Advisor-Chronicle by Tim Sutton

March 31, 2012 • Vol. 133 No. 13 514 S. Kalamazoo Ave. in Marshall, MI • Phone 269-781-5444 and FAX 269-781-7766 • www.advisor-chronicle.com

In The News:

Fraud affects more than 60 people in Calhoun County; residents share their stories Preliminary reports show that last week, in excess of 60 people in Calhoun County had fraudulent charges posted on their debit and credit cards. The Marshall Police Department and Calhoun County Office of the Sheriff are investigating these reports. “All these are, are thugs sitting behind a computer stealing information from hard working Americans,” said CCSO Det. Steve Hinkley. “We are working hard, but this is something that isn’t going to be solved tomorrow; it will be a pretty complex investigation.” See story on page 25

MPS superintendent addresses racial incident During the March 26 Marshall Public Schools Board of Education business meeting, Superintendent Dr. Randy Davis addressed an incident that had occurred at the Calhoun Area Career Center in Battle Creek in February that directly involved one Marshall High School student and indirectly involved two other Marshall students. On Feb. 13, CACC staff were alerted that a Marshall student, who had a string of rawhide hanging from his rearview mirror in the shape of a noose, allegedly shook it at a group of African-American students from Battle Creek Central. See story on page 18

SENIOR FAIR:

Non-profits, legislators gather to discuss local issues Elected officials from around Calhoun County – from Homer to Athens – to Albion to Marshall – gathered at Burnham Brook Center in Battle Creek on March 23 with state and federal officials and a variety of non-profit organizations to communicate about issues facing families. “This is all about developing relationships, in particular, developing relationships between the non profit and the legislative sector,” said Greater Battle Creek United Way CEO Chris Sargent. See story on page 44

Get connected with ‘Volunteer Marshall’ In an effort to bring non-profits and volunteers together, Marshall Main Street has partnered with HandsOn Battle Creek to offer an online approach for volunteer opportunities. “People who are interested in supporting the community can use this tool sitting home in their pajamas and nonprofits can find a whole new bank of volunteers ready to help them,” said Marshall Main Street Intern Patricia Rayl. Non-profits or volunteers interested in getting involved, can visit www.handsonbc.org. See story on page 61

Author Ruth McNally Barshaw visits Gordon School Ruth McNally Barshaw of Lansing, author of four Ellie McDoodle books, visited Gordon Elementary School last week, chock full of ideas on how to encourage creative writing in her youthful audiences. "If you mix enough different people you know into a character, they won’t recognize themselves,” she said. Barshaw is a life-long writer and artist, has worked in the advertising field, illustrated for newspapers and has won numerous essay contests. See story on page 38

Spring sports season underway Marshall High School’s baseball, soccer, softball and tennis teams were all in action last week as the 2012 spring sports season got underway. See sports section

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he 2012 Marshall Area Senior Health Fair, to be held April 5 at Marshall Middle School, is a time to discover what hometown services are designed specifically for Calhoun County seniors, their families and caregivers. With more than 50 exhibitors scheduled, seniors can meet with people representing independent housing, legal and guardianship services, home health care, financial and long term care planning, nursing facilities, Medicare benefits counseling, transportation, home delivered meals, home repair and more. Above, Liz Huggett of Marshall gets her blood pressure checked by Shepelle Clement from Magnum Care of Albion. Similar testing will be available at the health fair. See story on page 36

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Word on the Street Who will win the NCAA title?

Editor’s Corner

Later today, the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four will take place in New Orleans as Louisville takes on intrastate rival Kentucky and Ohio State battles Kansas with the winners advancing to Monday night’s championship game.

by John Hendler I don’t mean to brag, but I have a birthday coming up this week. Please, gifts aren’t necessary. Where does the time go? Did this one just sneak up on me or what? It seemed like yesterday when I was fretting over turning 30 and fretting even more when I turned 40. Now, I’m only two years away from the big 5-0. Book ’em Danno. Hey, it’s my birthday; I can go with this wherever my skittish train of thought takes me. I think most of us do this when we’re kids-we check out the famous people that were born on our birthday and the famous events that occurred on that date. I haven’t found many well-known celebrities who share the same birthday as me, unless you count Nancy McKeon, the girl who played Jo Polniazek on the TV show The Facts of Life and Robbie Rist, the boy actor that played cousin Oliver on The Brady Bunch. Robert Downey Jr. was born a year later than me and comedian David Cross, who played the character Tobias Fünke on Arrested Development and I were born the very same day. And let’s not forget Alicia Silverstone. My friend Walsh’s dad was also born on April 4, but he was Canadian. April 4, 1968 is the day that Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated and April 4 is also the date that President William Henry Harrison died of pneumonia in 1841 after only 30 days in office. Edgar Buchanan, the actor who played Uncle Joe on Petticoat Junction died on April 4, 1979. Lots of curves you bet, even more when you get, to the Junction. On my 11th birthday, Hank Aaron hit his 714th home run to tie Babe Ruth. After growing up in Florida, I saw snow for the first time on my 18th birthday, when visiting Connecticut. On my 19th birthday, North Carolina State shocked heavily favored Houston to win the NCAA men’s basketball championship; you know, the one where coach Jim Valvano was running all over the court after his team won at the buzzer. Five years later, Kansas upset heavily favored Oklahoma. I went to my first Major League Baseball game, albeit a spring training game on April 4, 1976 and saw Reggie Jackson hit a home run to win the game for the Baltimore Orioles over the New York Yankees. Staying with the baseball theme, on April 4, 1948, 84-year-old Connie Mack challenged 78-year-old Clark Griffith to a race from home to first base. The race ended in a tie. Well, I’ve rambled on enough, so I’ll simply say, Happy Birthday to Me. By the way, wouldn’t singing Happy Birthday to You be the logical song of choice for parents to sing to their newborn child right there in the delivery room? Just wondering. Until next week, may the good news be yours.

Bruce Bright, Grand Ledge

Tim Mathis, Marshall

Ray Ostafin, Battle Creek

“I’d go with Ohio State. They represent the Big 10 in our conference. I’m hoping to see them go up against Louisville. I think that would be a good game.”

“I’d go with Ohio State against Kentucky. Ohio State is second seed, ranked #2 and they are nearby. When I do brackets, I pick people in the Big 10. I’m a little biased.”

“I thought Michigan State was going to win, but I’m going to say Kentucky will beat Kansas. Kentucky has six NBA players on the roster right now.”

Brenda Moorehead, Marshall

Bob Dinnsen, Indianapolis

John Hendler, Marshall

“I’m going to say Louisville because I am not an Ohio State fan at all. Louisville is the underdog as far as the NCAA goes and since they beat MSU, I’d like to see them win.”

“I’m afraid it’s going to be Kentucky, which is not what I want. They are the better team, but I wouldn’t be disappointed if they lost. I’d like to see Louisville win.”

“I think Louisville is the team of destiny. I think they will beat Kentucky and then they will beat Kansas in the final.”

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City of Marshall came through for Marshall House To the Editor: There aren’t enough words and adjectives to describe what the city of Marshall did for the Marshall House residents on Tuesday, March 12. A fire burned an apartment on the second floor, sending thick black smoke through the building. Everyone had to be evacuated, pets included. The residents helped each other and the firefighters and EMTs assisted with folks with wheelchairs and walkers. The Dial-A-Ride buses were all here so quickly to transport everyone, nearly 100 people, to the Public Services Building in Marshall, just a few blocks away. The adminis-

trative staff and our maintenance person worked tirelessly to assist everyone all day long. As the buses arrived at the PSB, there were smiling, helpful and caring folks to greet each one of us as we got of the buses. They offered us blankets, breakfast rolls, coffee, water, fruit, etc. The food kept coming all day long. A big thanks to Family Fare for their assistance and to Schuler’s for the wonderful lunch they provided. Thee were so many individuals and organizations that offered their assistance. Special thanks to the city of Marshall for providing us a safe place to gather and for

coordinating with their own staff and so many other organizations. Our sincere thanks go to each of the city firefighters, EMTs and police officers for their dedication, concern and assistance. We would also like to thank the Red Cross, Oaklawn Hospital, Calhoun County Senior Services, local doctors’ officers, church pastors and even the family members of city officials and firefighters. In other words, we sincerely thank each and every person throughout our community that volunteered, assisted, hugged, supported and contributed care and smiles to us, the residents of the Marshall House Apartment.

I have attempted to get a few residents to provide comments with regard to their feelings about how the day progressed. Words that were repeated often, “Amazing job, grateful, thoughtful, excellent care and the very best.” We are so very happy and blessed to live in a community that is so caring, so quick to respond with kindness and support in a time of need. Again, we would like to say thank you Marshall for being such a wonderful community to live in. Virginia Hiatt, Marshall

Norlander is professional, dedicated, admired To the Editor: I support Anne Norlander in her bid for re-election to the Calhoun County Clerk and Register of Deeds office. I have known Anne for many years and have been

impressed with her dedication to her family, friends, community and job. Anne has streamlined the office of the clerk and made election results much more succinct and available. Anne has always

had the best interest of the people of Calhoun County, whether it is dispensing with the everyday dealings of the Register’s office or seeing that our elections are fair and results reported in a timely manner.

Anne is professional, dedicated and admired by both parties. I will be voting for Anne Norlander in the coming election. Charles Adams, Battle Creek

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By JOHN HENDLER News Editor The Marshall High School girls varsity soccer team began its 2012 season with a win and tie on the road last week. On March 26, at Brooklyn Columbia Central, Marshall, led by freshman Layla Harkey’s two goals, was victorious 4-0. Also scoring for Marshall were Lauren Feasel and Brianna Kalisz. Recording assists were Katie Slaght, Vicki Sell and Kalisz. Kalisz scored both Marshall goals (assists to Sydney Reichenbaugh and Slaght) March 28 in a 2-2 tie at Jackson Lumen Christi. Kalisz’s first goal came early in the second half to tie the game at 1-1. Then with just under five minutes to play, Kalisz put Marshall ahead, 2-1. But, the lead was shortlived as Lumen Christi came back to tie the game 66 seconds later. Marshall was without regular goalkeeper Kelsey Postema as JV keeper Monica Lubis filled in. Also out of the varsity lineup was Lydia Weatherly as coach Adrian Harkey brought up Kate Frazier and Anyah Preston from the junior varsity for the game. “We completely controlled the second half, so I was disappointed that they (Lumen Christi) scored that last goal,” said Harkey. “I was very pleased with how we corrected our poor play in the first half and came back.” The coach added that he was seeing a lot of good things out on the field and believes that the mistakes and giveaways will go down in number as the season progresses. Following spring break, Marshall is back in action April 10 at home versus Three Rivers at 6:45 p.m. The JV game will kick off at 5 p.m.

Brianna Kalisz sets up to take the shot that would be her second goal of the game to give Marshall a 2-1 lead at Lumen Christi on March 28. Lumen Christi scored just over a minute later to tie the game.

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Layla Harkey gets past a Lumen Christi defender during the second half. At Brooklyn Columbia Central on March 26, Harkey had two goals in Marshall’s 4-0 win.

Marshall’s Katie Slaght had assists at both Brooklyn Columbia Central and Lumen Christi.

Marshall JV girls soccer posts 4-0 win over Grand Ledge The Marshall High School girls junior varsity team opened up its season with a 4-0 home win versus Grand Ledge on March 26. Pictured at far right is Megan DeBrabander, taking a second half shot. Pictured near right, Marshall goalkeeper Monica Lubis makes the save. Lubis was the varsity keeper on March 28 at Lumen Christi, filling in for Kelsey Postema.

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Sydney Reichenbaugh assisted on one of two Brianna Kalisz goals at Lumen Christi

MHS softball opens season with a bang Marshall outscores Battle Creek Central 41-0 in doubleheader sweep By JOHN HENDLER News Editor The 2012 version of the Marshall High School varsity softball team is already halfway to its 2011 win total of four. In a season-opening doubleheader, Marshall bats pounded Battle Creek Central in a pair of threeinning mercy rule contests, 22-0 and 19-0. In game one, behind pitcher Katie Jarvis’ nohit, seven strikeout performance, performance, Marshall was led by Elaine Ledbetter’s 5 RBI on a home run and two singles and by Cassidy Crouch, who had 4 RBI on a single, double and triple. Lauren Long, Paige VanArman, Morgan Benham and Emily Parks each had two hits a piece. On the mound in game two, Benham allowed one hit and had seven strikeouts. Benham also helped her cause at the plate hitting a homer and two singles to

total 4 RBI. Crouch had 3 RBI on three singles, while Jarvis also had 3 RBI and had a home run. Emma McCarthy and Celeste Robbins each had a double and two singles, while Lauren Long, Hannah Marshall and VanArman each had a hit. “I really liked the consistency we had at the plate,” said Marshall coach Anthony Miller. “We had 16 hits the first game and 17 hits the second game. I like to see us swinging at good pitches and putting the ball in places where the defense isn't. It’s a good start to the season for us.” Following spring break, the varsity softball team is back in action on Wednesday, April 11 at Parchment and will be home on April 12 versus Lakeview. photos by John Hendler

Marshall pitcher Katie Jarvis, after posting a strikeout to end the first inning versus Battle Creek Central. Jarvis no-hit BCC, striking out seven over three innings.

Morgan Benham, seen here during warmups, had five hits on the day versus Battle Creek Central, including a home run and 4 RBI. Pitching game two, Benham allowed one hit and had seven strikeouts.

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Amanda Weaver sets Albion College record in steeplechase

MHS Track and Field teams open season April 10 at Sturgis

Albion College runner and Marshall High School grad Amanda Weaver turned in the 16th-best time in D-III according to TFRRS in the steeplechase when she completed the race with a winning time of 11:39.48. at the Polar Bear Invitational at Indiana Wesleyan University. It is Weaver’s third school record of the 2012 season as she also lowered standard in the 3,000-meter run twice in February. Weaver also helped the 4x400-meter relay team to a second-place finish with a performance that ranks among the top five in school history. Rosie Seitz, Ashley Miracle, Weaver, and Kristin Nelson completed the race in 4:08.06.

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The Marshall High School boys and girls track and field teams open their respective seasons on April 10 at Sturgis. Kurt Swaton (gray shirt) along with fellow runners Weston Herman, Quinn Hovarter and Parker Cruise get some training in on North Ave. last week.

MHS tennis takes season opener over Pennfield

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The Marshall High School girls varsity tennis team opened its 2012 season with a home win over Pennfield, 6-2, on March 27. All four Marshall doubles teams were victorious, while the four singles matches were split, 2-2. In singles: Marshall’s Anna Seifert (left photo) defeated Pennfield’s Tara VanDenberg 6-3, 6-0. Pennfield’s Harley Turner defeated Marshall’s Maddie Samra in three sets, 4-6, 7-5, 6-2. Marshall’s Amanda Genise defeated Kerry Korpela, 6-2, 7-6 while Pennfield’s Sydny Smyers defeated Ashley Earl 7-6, 7-6. In doubles play: Marshall’s Lauren Varvatos (above right) and Kayla Tobias defeated Anna Porter and Lauren Butters 6-0, 6-1; Kate Samra (center) and Jamie Dimoff defeated Emily Luther and Katie Perry, 6-1, 6-2; Olivia Olmstead and Chandler Veich defeated Brianna Duboise and Lisa Dube, 6-2, 6-4; and Morgan McCoy and Brooklyn Tobias defeated Harmoni Boudreau and Meghan Hanenbuch in three sets, 6-4,26, 6,3. Following spring break, the varsity tennis team is back in action on Wednesday, April 11 at home versus Lakeview.

MHS varsity baseball splits KCC women's soccer signs Olivet's Kylie Evert season-opening doubleheader By JOHN HENDLER News Editor

Kylie Evert of Olivet High School has signed a letter of intent to play for Kellogg Community College's women's soccer team and will begin playing for the team during the fall 2012 season. Evert played four years of varsity soccer at Olivet, receiving the Olivet Varsity Sportsmanship Award for three years. “Kylie is going to be a great fit for the evolution of our soccer program as a student-athlete this fall,” said Barth Beasley, KCC’s head coach. “She has a great passion for the game, and she doesn't just want to make the team but she wants to help to make it better.” The women's soccer team was new to KCC in the fall of 2011, and Evert joins more than a dozen other incoming student athletes Pictured in the accompanying photo are, in the back row, from left: Head coach Barth Beasley and assistant coach Charlie Pratt. Front row: David Evert (father), Kylie Evert and Jennifer Robertson (mother).

The Marshall High School varsity baseball team split its season opening doubleheader at Jackson, winning game one, 94, but losing game two, 15-7. In game one, Marshall pitcher John Dorosh threw a complete game, allowing no earned runs, scattering eight hits, striking out three and walking two. Spencer Iobe led Marshall offensively with three hits. Chase Bennett and Ryan Konkle each had a pair of hits. Bennett started game two and pitched four innings and left the game with Marshall ahead, but the Redhawks then went on to give up 11 unearned runs over the final two innings to ultimately lose, 15-7. At the plate, Collin Neal had a pair of singles as Konkle, Ben Walton, Josh DeVore, JT Hicks, and Drew Maisner all collected hits. Following spring break, Marshall returns to action on Wednesday, April 11 at Parchment.

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Marshall pitcher John Dorosh pitched a complete game in the Redhawks’ season opener at Jackson on March 28. Dorosh allowed no earned runs and struck out three in Marshall’s 9-4 victory.

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