November 21, 2015 • Vol. 136 No. 44
514 S. Kalamazoo Ave. in Marshall, MI · Phone 269-781-5444 and FAX 269-781-7766 · www.advisor-chronicle.com
In The News:
MAEDA announces transition plans The Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance announced this week, in conjunction with Southwest Michigan First, that at a little over midway through a two-year transitional agreement, MAEDA is beginning the process of hiring a new CEO who will report to the MAEDA board chair. The organization will continue to contract with Southwest Michigan First for economic development and business attraction services and will continue to focus on making its “why” statement a reality each and every day for the community: “MAEDA believes that facilitating job growth, while leveraging our unique assets makes our community the place to live and visit.” See story on page 12 Marshall to see apartment renovations At its Nov. 16 meeting, the Marshall City Council approved city staff’s request to apply for a Rental Rehabilitation Grant through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority for seven apartments to be revamped in three buildings in downtown Marshall. “We are looking at over $400,000 of investment downtown, which is a good deal,” said Assistant City Manager and Community Services Director Natalie Dean. “I’m really glad we have owners who are that invested in our downtown.” Also at the meeting, Councilman Brent Williams, liaison to the Calhoun County 911 Consolidated Dispatch Authority Governing Board, reported that Executive Director Jeff Troyer accepted a job offer with Kalamazoo County, which is currently looking at consolidation efforts. Troyer will begin his new position in 60 days. “They will get an awfully good director,” Williams said. “Kalamazoo said they are looking to work more collaboratively with Calhoun County, so I asked Jeff could we do a dual directorship, so I think there is some possibility there...We will have to decide what we are going to do for a director.” See story on page 6 Marshall Academy students look to stop bullying before it happens Four Marshall Academy High School students - Jordan Vandenburg, Noah Frederick, Stephanie VanMeter and Julee Cuatt - have taken it upon themselves to help educate students about the harm bullying can do and to also reach out to students who have been bullied. The OK2SAY program is a statewide campaign to help students who have been bullied. “I have been on both sides of the bullying spectrum before,” said Vandenburg. “One of my main goals was to start a bullying prevention program, just because I know what can happen and how much damage it can actually cause.” See story on page 22 Marshall District Library announces renovation dates Marshall District Library is moving into a new chapter as the Marshall community's resource for information, learning and recreation. Marshall District Library will be closed for renovations from Dec. 17-Jan. 3. This will be the first time the Marshall District Library has been renovated since it was built at its current location in 1997. See story on page 38 Albion children's museum opens new Oaklawn-sponsored health exhibit Young children now can take a stroll down Wellness Avenue to learn how to stay safe at home, through a new interactive exhibit at Kids 'N' Stuff Children's Museum. See story on page 31
A
s the colors of the seasons turn from yellow and gold to red and green, Christmas decorations are going up throughout town and Mom is trying to find Aunt Thelma's famous pumpkin pie recipe in time for Thanksgiving. Some children are thinking about what to include in their letters to Santa, while others are preparing for the school holiday play. However, for those less fortunate, this time of year is not filled with 'visions of sugar plums.' But if MACS has anything to say about it, every Marshall household will have something under the tree on Christmas morning. Organization leaders say to volunteers like Mario Caserez and Linda Brownell and other donors from the community, thanks for giving. See story on page 2
Columns America needs to lead - in more ways than one
Editor’s Corner by John Hendler
Standing up to evil I wrote this the evening following the Paris terrorist attacks. I've been glued to the television the past 24 hours watching what has transpired in Paris and how our world has changed once again thanks to radical Islamists who want to destroy us for no reason other than because we and the western world exist. There, I said it. Radical Islamists. Why is it so hard for President Obama as well as the three Democratic Party candidates for president to say? In their debate tonight (Saturday), they went out of their way around the term. Don't they, and the president understand that these radicals Islamists have already declared war on us? French President Hollande was quick to say this was an act of war. It’s time to acknowledge that ISIS is an existential threat to Europe and the United States. Just in the past few days, we have seen ISIS claim responsibility for the downing of a Russian airliner in Egypt, twin bombings in Beirut and six coordinated attacks in Paris. And no doubt, they have more planned in Europe and have their eyes on the biggest prize, an attack on American soil. Contained only to Syria and Iraq just months ago, ISIS has shown how its cancer-like evil has spread like wildfire, and until the United States and its allies make a serious effort to eradicate these monsters, we will continue to see attacks on "soft targets" like restaurants, theaters and shopping malls. Their cancerous presence needs to be addressed more forcefully. For too long, we have been reactive rather than proactive. It’s time to put ISIS on the defensive. It’s time to attack their resources. It’s time to reduce their territory. When you are dealing with a cancer, you must deal with it head on and kill it. Until ISIS is destroyed, the threats of terrorist attacks from ISIS will continue to rise. I believe our security landscape is now forever changed. These attacks and threats will never stop. Because, unless they are destroyed, these maniacs will continue to come after us. Unless they are destroyed, the best we can do is to try to contain their scope and frequency of attacks. It’s time for the United States and its allies to stop hemming and hawing and finally take a stand and stand up to evil. Until next week, may the good news be yours.
By FRED JACOBS Publisher and CEO, J-Ad Graphics Now, another nation has a 9-11 chapter for its history books. Every American, even those too young to recall that horrific day in New York City, Washington, D.C., and rural Pennsylvania almost 15 years ago when terrorists struck our nation to its core, could relate to the shock, sadness and outrage in Paris Friday night over the loss of more than 100 innocent victims to the wayward religious extremism of eight terrorists. Watching the television images all weekend probably led many of us to think that the French will look back on this Friday the 13th as the day their lives changed forever when so many innocent victims were killed or harmed in a plot to kill as many innocent people as possible in coordinated fashion throughout the city. The most violent attack was at the Bataclan concert hall where a California band was performing to a full house of more than 1,000 concert-goers. Within minutes, more than 100 people were killed and hundreds were injured before authorities could storm the facility and kill the terrorists. The concert hall is just a few blocks from the offices of Charlie Hebdo, a weekly publication that was the target of a deadly attack by gunmen in January. Other
locations fatefully chosen Friday were the national stadium where a soccer match was being played along with three restaurants and a shopping center. Within hours, French President Francois Hollande declared a state of emergency, closed the country’s borders and mobilized the military. “These attacks are an act of war that was prepared, organized and planned from abroad, with complicity from the inside,” said Hollande, who later reminded the world that Article 5 of North American Treaty Organization’s charter states that an attack on any one member of the alliance is an attack on all of them. That article has been invoked just once in the group’s sixdecade history — when terrorists attacked U.S. soil Sept. 11, 2001. I admire President Hollande’s immediate response to this heartless assault, but, as we’ve entered the new week, my concerns with our own nation’s stance continue to grow. What happened in Paris should be a wake-up call for officials at all levels of government and to every American who might question the urgency to do whatever is necessary to keep people around the world safe from these radical Muslims known as ISIS. So far, we’re not answering that call. From the larger, national perspective, I wonder if our president and his adminis-
tration really even understand the gravity of the situation. In an interview with George Stephanopolous on “Good Morning America” that was filmed prior to the tragedy in Paris, President Obama said ISIS was not gaining strength and that “we have contained them. We’ve always understood that our goal has to be militarily constraining ISIL’s capabilities, cutting off their supply lines, cutting off their financing.” When Stephanopolous pushed the president by suggesting that ISIS was gaining strength, the president responded abruptly, “I don’t think they’re gaining strength. From the stats, our goal has been first to contain and we have contained them. They have not gained ground in Iraq, and in Syria, they’ll come in, they’ll leave, but you don’t see this systemic march by ISIL across the terrain.” That might be true, but these radicals don’t fight like a conventional army would. For the first time in history, we’re fighting an enemy that uses social media, cell phones and the PlayStation 4 gaming console to plot its moves and enlist fighters to their mission. Obama needs to lead his nation in building a world coalition to confront ISIS at its own game and with its own techniques. Why is Obama not leading a worldwide effort to snuff out radical religious extremism?
We’ve seen French fighter jets in response to Friday’s attack and we’ve even seen Russian President Vladimir Putin willing to assist the U.S. with bombing attacks in Syria — which caused the horrible ISIS bombing of the Russian airliner two weeks ago. These folks have all been aggrieved, but who’s coordinating all of their efforts in a worldwide assault on ISIS? Obama’s foreign policy has been disappointing dating back to his cold, personal relationship with Putin that became obvious during the Sochi Winter Olympics. This is a time of dire need, though, a moment when adversaries must work together for the common good. As our political season heats up, the most important issues facing our nation will become clearer. I think the safety of our citizens and the national debt will rank the most important issues of the day — everything else will just be issue of discussion. If our national leaders can’t protect us and maintain a sense of security, all else becomes meaningless. “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty,” said the late President John F. Kennedy.
Continues to next page...
Letters Amy Robertson is a Chamber CEO that works for us To the Editor: An open letter to Albion business owners: By now, I’m sure everyone has heard the rumblings emanating from the Albion Community School that a citizens’ education committee has been formed by the Albion Public Schools Board of Education whose task it is to advise the board on “realistic options” for the school moving forward. Chamber President/CEO Amy Robertson is a co-chair on this committee. As a co-chair, Amy has been representing the business community as it
pertains to how decisions made will affect the members of the Chamber of Commerce. It is possible that Albion’s non-homestead taxpayers will end up shouldering a disproportionate share of the financial commitments resulting from the dissolution or annexation of the school. On behalf of the Greater Albion Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors, I wish to extend my gratitude to Amy Robertson for working diligently to represent the business community’s interests in the outcome of the committee’s work.
This is your Chamber membership dollars at work. This is why we have a Chamber. This is why each and every one of you ought to be a member of the Chamber – the Chamber diligently supports your interests. Again, we are stronger and more impactful because we are members of a Chamber with a president/CEO who works for us. Gary Grigowski, Board Chair, Greater Albion Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
A Night at the Magic Museum was wonderful To the Editor: A special thank you to the American Museum of Magic for the wonderful “A Night at the Magic Museum” on Nov. 13.
The eight magicians and volunteers did a great job and our family enjoyed the evening. It is wonderful having the museum in Marshall
and the dedication by the magicians to share the great illusions. Also, a thank you to the Bogar Theatre for the showing of “Night at the
Museum.” Jeff Johnson and family, Marshall Twp.
Thanks to all who made Halloween Hustle a success To the Editor: We recently finished the 2015 Halloween Hustle, a race to raise funds for the Marshall United Way whose funds do so much good for the Marshall community. It was great to oversee the event and see so many racing participants involved. A huge thank you to our three main sponsors: Southern Michigan Bank and Trust, who stepped up to be the
major sponsor, as well as FUG (your glow in the dark T-shirts rock) and Oaklawn Hospital. We would also like to thank all of our $250, $100 and in kind sponsors as well. We couldn’t do it without all of your help. This event needed a lot of volunteers and we so thankful for all our volunteers, including the committee Kara Mead, Claudia Murch, Linda Engle, Gwyn Crapo, Theresa Chaney-
Huggett, Doug Kiessling and Alec Kraushaar as well as the many student corner sitters and all the SMBT helpers. Thank you all for making this event a success. Barb Rosene, Race Chair Cindy Lake, Executive Director, Marshall United Way
MARSHALL OFFICE 210 W. Michigan Ave.
REALTORS
ALBION OFFICE 805 N. Superior St.
269-781-9847 1-800-491-3005 517-629-3230 Hours by Appointment Hours: Mon. thru Fri. 9:00-5:00; Sat. 10:00-1:00
Check out our Web Site to VIEW HOMES
www.MarshallRealEstate.com or www.4HomeSeekers.com $399,000
STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT EXECUTIVE HOME. Move-in ready! Featuring an office/den nestled behind French doors, formal living & large formal dining rooms, stainless steel appliances, wood floors, gas fireplace in family/great room. Includes all audio/visual equipment. Hot Spring Hot Tub on back patio overlooks semi private back yard. Home offers 3 BRs w/generous closets & lrg Owner’s en-suite w/ heated tile floor bathroom & lrg walk in closet. Front load washer & dryer included. Basement is studded, insulated & ready for you to make it your own. Storage galore! Call to schedule a personal tour today!
18354 L DRIVE NORTH, MARSHALL $167,500
1842 ITALIANATE. Historic home with great curb appeal! This home features a stunning, curved, walnut staircase & hardwood floors. Living room has a gas fireplace for cozy gatherings with family and friends. Dining room offers plenty of space for entertaining, but it also opens up to a side porch, which takes you to a private hot tub getaway. Updated kitchen has stainless steel appliances w/unique cement counters. Upstairs you'll find 3 bedrooms, full bath & convenient laundry area in the owners’ bedroom. Improvements include: furnace, AC, water heater, roof, plumbing, electric, & fresh paint. Call today to set up a tour!
NEW LISTING
224 HIGH STREET, MARSHAL $124,900
STATELY HISTORIC TRADITIONAL. Completely renovated! New kitchen, beautifully re-finished wood floors, new deck w/hot tub, new roof, plus much, much more. Ideal family home with 4 bedrooms and 1-1/2 bath. Tons of storage space. Natural gas heat. Fireplace. Full basement. Wonderful multi-level deck for outdoor entertaining. Fenced back yard. Garage. Paved driveway. All within walking distance of Albion College and close to downtown. Priced to sell - don't miss out on this great opportunity. Call for a tour today – you’ll be glad you did!
310 EAST MICHIGAN AVE, ALBION $169,500
AN AMAZING HOME in a great neighborhood!! Make this beautiful, historic Victorian your new home or convert it into a magnificent Bed & Breakfast. Move-in-ready and simply a wonderful family home - with all the bells and whistles!! Beautiful woodwork, new master bath, hot tub, large deck, screened gazebo for entertaining, wine cellar… and many more extras! You just have to come and see for yourself to believe how amazing it is. Don't miss out on this one. Featuring 5 BRs/ 3 full BAs!! Call today to schedule a tour!
107 IRWIN AVE, ALBION
UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS 2015 Marshall Christmas Parade Monday, November 30, 2015 at 7:00 pm 'RZQWRZQ 0DUVKDOO )RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ YLVLW KWWS ELW O\ 1% 4 -
Shop local this season! Small Business Saturday Saturday, November 28, 2015 6WDUW \RXU KROLGD\ VKRSSLQJ DQG VXSSRUW WKH ORFDO HFRQRP\ Downtown Marshall Retail Open House Friday, December 4, 2015 | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm )RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ YLVLW KWWS ELW O\ N&O+R: Girls’ Night Out: Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Thursday, December 17, 2015 | 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm *UDE D IULHQG DQG VKRS ODWH LQ GRZQWRZQ 0DUVKDOO ZZZ IDFHERRN FRP *LUOV1LJKW2XW0DUVKDOO
)RU PRUH GHWDLOV DQG D IXOO &RPPXQLW\ &DOHQGDU YLVLW www.thechambermarshall.com
Join us for Pasta Night Thursday Nights
Buy one pasta entree, get one free! Choose from Chef Clayton Holt’s delicious pasta creations Shrimp Ravioli Mussel Capellini Clam Linguine Bay Scallop Orechiette Chicken Alfredo Wild Mushroom Risotto Weekly special pastas too! Open for dinner Thu-Sat 5 - 8pm • Mon-Thu 10:30am - 2pm Fri 8am - 2pm • Sat 8am - 1:30pm 965-2233 • 295 E. Emmett Street • Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 www.greensmithflorist.com • www.addingtonhillscafe.com • look for us on Facebook!
WELCOMES
Denise Dayton, PA-C
Karissa Hawley, C.N.M.
NEW YOU:
Customized Weight Loss Plans
NEW FOOD:
More varieties & options
NEW MEDICINE: Managed prescription appetite suppressants as needed
BODY CONTOURING & CELLULITE REDUCTION Supervised by:
Dr. Neysa Bartlett
• Painlessly reduces inches & removes stubborn fat • Reduces the appearance of cellulite • World's 1st & ONLY Green Laser to receive FDA Market Clearance NO HEAT, NO PAIN, NO INCISIONS, NO RECOVERY TIME
Mansion Street
Women’s Health, P.L.L.C. 215 East Mansion Street, Suite 3D, Marshall, MI 49068 Ph: (269) 781-1183 Fax: (269) 781-9248 3600 Capital Ave SW, Suite 205, Battle Creek, MI 49015 Ph: (269) 719-8046 Fax: (269) 719-8049
www.mansionstreetwh.com Neysa Bartlett, D.O. Tracie Rulewicz, D.O. Mark Walker, M.D.
‘tis the season for KCFCU’s
holiday helper fast cash for everything on your wish list! • $500 minimum to $4000 maximum loan • affordable monthly payments • fast, easy application process • 12-month finance period This is a great opportunity for you to get a little extra cash to help you through the holiday season. Ask for more details!
rates as low as
3.99
% APR*
celebrate the difference | kelloggcfcu.org | 269.968.9251 *APR=Annual Percentage Rate. Limited time offer. Rate and terms subject to change at any time. Rate shown may not apply to every borrower, other rates available. Availability of rate based on credit worthiness. Offer does not apply to refinancing existing KCFCU loans. Federally insured by NCUA.
BRUNCH
SLOW DOWN AND CELEBRATE FAMILY. EVERY SUNDAY BEGINNING NOVEMBER 22 THROUGH JANUARY 3 • 10 am – 2 pm Join us during the holiday season for our famous Sunday brunch buffet. A family tradition that everyone can enjoy. Reservations recommended by calling 269-781-0600, or online at SchulersRestaurant.com. SchulersRestaurant.com 115 S. Eagle Street • Marshall, MI 49068
Jason P. Rapelje Financial Advisor 424 E. Michigan Ave., Marshall, MI 49068
269-781-4516
Scott L. Evans, AAMS Financial Advisor 207 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall, MI 49068 269-781-5305
“When I first saw my dad in the hospital, I was so scared. He wasn’t able to walk, talk or even feed himself. I knew immediately that we needed to transfer him to Bronson Methodist Hospital — even though he lived more than 200 miles away. I work with the Bronson Neuroscience team and I knew that his best chance of recovery would be here. Today, my dad can do everything that he did before. He’s building stuff. He’s driving. He is just full of life. I’m so proud of my dad for how he’s come through this. And I’m so thankful to Bronson for the care he received. I’ll be forever grateful.” Tish, Battle Creek, Michigan Daughter of Placido, Saginaw, Michigan
To learn more about Placido’s story and the benefits of choosing Bronson for care, visit bronsonpositivity.com/stroke.
legacy today’s footprint ... is tomorrow’s
Leading the way to success and solid future growth, one legendary footprint at a time. Announcing an exciting footprint in our Credit Union’s history. Let us lead the way with low loan rates and legendary service. Connect with us in the strength and power of membership today!
will soon be...
YOUR SOLID FINANCIAL PARTNER FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA EQUAL HOUSING LENDER
800.648.8035 | blueoxcu.org
Meet Jane. Her favorite pastime is gardening.
Her legacy continues at The Oaks.
Tending to flowers; singing hymns; enjoying a cup of coffee with friends... These simple, enjoyable pastimes are sometimes lost when an individual enters an Alzheimer’s/dementia journey. However, in the secure Legacy Lane memory care neighborhood at The Oaks at Northpointe Woods, you will find our residents participating in these activities and more. Our homelike setting is designed to reduce anxiety, allowing our residents to feel at peace. As part of our family support efforts, we offer programs such as Family Forum and Caregiver’s Day Off.
Contact us today to schedule a personal tour.
269-964-4655 706 North Avenue Battle Creek, MI 49017 theoakshc.com
12th Annual “Cozy Up With Art”
Saturday, December 5 • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. * Open House * Music * Arts & Crafts * Refreshments * Artists and Crafters Soaps and Lotions, Fine Arts, Jewelry, Pottery, Greeting Cards, Fresh Evergreens, Baked Goods, Hand-made Rugs, and Cross-Stitch Ornaments 517 E. Michigan Ave. Contact: Mary at
Holly Mart
517-629-3550
Holiday
819 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall, MI 49068 Call ahead
GIFT CERTIFICATE ready!
Pottery • Jewelry Clothing • Purses Cards • Books Glass Items • Paintings Drawings • Photography Prints and More!
Bring In This Ad For …
10% Off One Holly Mart Item Now through Dec. 23rd, 2015
ART CENTER of Battle Creek
265 E. Emmett St. Battle Creek
269.962.9511
artcenterofbattlecreek.com
269-781-9005 and we can have your
Can be used in addition to Art Center member discount.
ART CENTER
of Battle Creek
is ready to help you with your HOLIDAY SHOPPING • Hair • Nails • Body Lotions & Butter Gift Sets
40% Vă other SPECIALS include
5 off $ 10 off $
Lisa
10 off
$
Any color service during the month of January
Michelle Complementary Brow Nicole
Enhancement
10 off $ 5 off
$
with any service
$Q\ *LIW &HUWLÀ FDWH of $50 or more
Colleen
Shellac Manicure w/One FREE Nail Art
Holiday Pedicures
Manicure/Pedicure combo
Invites you to
Christmas Tree Lane Our Greenhouse has been transformed into a winter wonderland.
For as limited time shop with local artisans and crafters and buy beautiful handmade gifts.
Beginning Nov. 27 thru Jan. 1 311 W. Spruce St., Marshall 269-781-4040 www.oerthers.com
In addition to a nightly stroll through the beautiful lights, the six-week event will include the following:
The 2015 International Festival of Lights will again return in all its beauty with many lighting structures and a new light feature on the Battle Creek River along State Street. One of the most popular displays is the Twelve Days of Christmas which is located on the back lawn of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Nightly children romp through the structures singing and enjoying quality family time together. Enjoy the beauty of the lights in and around downtown Battle Creek.
Santa’s Workshop November 21st 2-5pm Kool Family Community Center, 200 W. Michigan Ave. Free: Open to the Public Kids can enjoy fun activities with Santa’s elves, hear a story read by Mrs. Claus, and take a photo with Santa. Sponsored by IFOL and the Battle Creek Community Foundation. Battle Creek Christmas Parade November 21st, 5:50pm kick off time Downtown Battle Creek Produced and presented by the Harper Creek Optimist Club Parade goers enjoy festive floats, marching bands, etc. Computerized Light and Music Show in Mill Race Park November 21st - December 31st This awe-inspiring show is a gift to the community and visitors by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. This show runs continuously every night. IFOL Warming House November 21st - December 27th, Fridays/Saturdays/Sundays only; 6-8pm Brownstone Cafe. 18 W. Michigan Ave. Open to the Public Festival goers can stop in to warm up and enjoy hot chocolate; special visits from Santa on Saturdays Draft Horse-led Wagon Rides Every Saturday from November 28th - December 19th; 6-8pm Downtown Battle Creek Open to the Public Enjoy a festive ride through the lights on a wagon led by beautiful draft horses!
Marshall’s ‘Elite 11’ compete at state meet This weekend, Nov. 20-21, 11 members of the Marshall High School swimming and diving team are competing at the Div. 3 state meet at Eastern Michigan University. The top 16 times in each event on Friday qualify for the finals on Saturday. Pictured in the back row, from left, are swimmers Jane Turner, Landrie Long, Taylor Karns, Natalie Stiner, Erin Culp and Maria Ruedisueli. In the front row are swimmers Julia Mathieu, Amaya Walker, Jen Diver, Kennedy Karns and diver Ally Johnson. (Photo by John Hendler)
Athlete recruiting Marshall grads Blair, Heather Travis is seminar Dec. 2 at Swett excel on Albion Griffon of the Month for October Marshall High School College swimming Want to play college sports? If you do, then you should be attending the College Recruiting Seminar being held at Marshall High School Auditorium on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. The Seminar will be conducted by Athletic Quest, a group of current and former college coaches. The seminar is free and designed to help educate parents, student athletes and the public on the realities of college recruiting and what you must
do to have opportunities. If you’re serious about wanting to compete in college and have not received any phone calls or scholarship offers, you will want to come and learn more. This event is open to students from other schools as well. For more information, contact Marshall Athletic Director Dan Coddens at 269-781-1334 or dcoddens@marshallpublicschools.org.
and diving team
Marshall High School graduates Blake Blair and Henry Swett contributed to Albion College’s 201-99 victory at Kalamazoo College Nov. 14. Blair finished first in the 1,000 freestyle and Swett achieved a regional qualifying score of 270.80 in 3-meter diving to win the event by nearly 20 points over teammate Jake Burris.
Winter sports practices underway Congratulations to Heather Travis for being selected as Marshall Academy’s Griffon of the Month for October. She was nominated by her volleyball coach Andrea Byrens and also by her teacher Mr. Jones. “Heather is a great student and a hard worker in class and she is always willing to help others when needed,” said Jones. “She brings enthusiasm to everything she does.” Said Byrens: “Heather is one of the hardest workers on the team. She always wants to improve on her skills and is a great teammate.”
MHS Alumni Swim Meet is Nov. 28
Sharp shooter: Marshall’s Noah Hankey recently had the top score of 172/200 (89/100 on 22 Rifle and 83/100 on Pellet) at a competition in Lansing at the Demmer Shooting Sports, Education and Training Center
Marshall High School senior Jacob Brubaker speeds past defenders on the fast break during practice Nov. 18. The boys varsity team opens its season at home on Dec. 8. The girls varsity team opens its season at home on Dec. 4. (Photo by John Hendler)
Marshall High School swimming and diving members and alumni, grab your swimsuit and goggles and come out Saturday, Nov. 28 for the 29th Annual MHS Alumni Swim Meet. All current and past swimming and diving members are encouraged to participate in this fun event. Please note the earlier start time this year with warm at 9 a.m. and the meet starting at 10 a.m. The event will be held at the MHS Pool. Friends and family are encouraged to come and cheer as the current MHS swimmers and divers compete against alumni of all ages.
and More! Specializing in Life Insurance across Calhoun County CELEBRATING 28 YEARS
Ron Lapland New Location:
905 W. Michigan Ave. Marshall (Next to Darling’s Hardware)
269-986-6828 ron.lapland@fbinsmi.com LaplandInsuranceAgency.com
December Hours til Christmas Eve
Happy Thanksgiving We are thankful to be a part of these ďŹ ne communities.
Serving 160,000 homes weekly
HERITAGE CHEVROLET
BLACK FRIDAY
350 W. Dickman Road (269) 964-9431
NOVEMBER SELECT MODEL EVENT
www.heritagechevy.com
40/*$ %3 -5
&26*/09 -5
M.S.R.P. $19,655
M.S.R.P. $28,990
STK. #3998
SALE
$15,998
STK. #5932
***
SALE
+ TAXES & FEES
+ TAXES & FEES
*.1"-"
$36;& -5
STK. #082
45, É” 34 46/300'
M.S.R.P. $24,105 SALE
$18,178
$23,381 ***
M.S.R.P. $27,885 ***
$23,999 ***
SALE
***
+ TAXES & FEES
+ TAXES & FEES
2014 CHEVY VOLT ***
&26*/09 -5 STK. #5906
45, É” -0"%&% -&"5)&3 /"7
M.S.R.P. $27,180
SALE
$22,172
M.S.R.P. $39,370
***
SALE
+ TAXES & FEES
$31,941 ***
+ TAXES & FEES
$*5: &913&44
$"."30 44
M.S.R.P. $26,350
45, É” $0/7&35 $0..&.03"5*7& &%*5*0/ *** M.S.R.P. $47,245
STK. #5960
SALE
$22,499
***
$34,999 ***
SALE
+ TAXES & FEES
+ TAXES & FEES
53"9 -5;
$037&55&
M.S.R.P. $26,240
M.S.R.P. $71,460
STK. #235
STK. #5779
SALE
$22,648
***
SALE
+ TAXES & FEES
$63,900 *** + TAXES & FEES
#096A
#18751A
#18700A
2008 CHEVY IMPALA 1LT
2008 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY
96K, Leather, Hard to find bench seat, clean! +++
Stow-n-go, remote state, power doors +++
$8,999
$229MO
$9,500
#18823
#18754
2014 CHEVY IMPALA LT Loaded 23K Miles +++
$14,999
$219MO
#18807
AWD, Loaded, 28K Miles +++
$19,590
$279MO
#5691A
2014 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT Loaded, 33K Miles +++
$16,699
$239MO
2014 CHEVY EQUINOX AWD MyLink radio, power seat, 56K miles +++
$20,990
$299MO
2015 TRAVERSE AWD BUCKETS LT
Double Door, Loaded, 21K Miles +++
Loaded, 25K Miles +++
$29,999
$409MO
2014 NISSAN SENTRA
39K Miles, auto., great fuel ecomomy +++
$189MO $12,599
$219MO
#18767
2014 NISSAN ROGUE SELECT S 25K Miles, AWD +++
$17,599
$249MO
2014 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY Loaded, 53K Miles +++
$17,999
$259MO
#18773
2013 TOYOTA RAV 4 AWD
2012 CHEVY SILVERADO
Limited, Loaded, Leather Roof, Navigation +++
4X4, Z71, Fog Lamps, Loaded, Power Seat +++
$23,499
$329MO $24,999
2014 F150 XLT 4X4 SUPER CREW 8K Miles, 3.5L, Eco Boost! +++
$35,999
$369MO
#18672
#5666A
#18759
$419MO
$10,599
#5604A
2014 CHEVY SILVERADO 4X4
$29,995
2010 PONTIAC G6
Loaded, Auto., Very Nice, 63K Miles +++
#18781
#18762
2015 HYUNDIA TUCSON SE
#18783
$499M0
2014 CHEVY SILVERADO LTZ CREW 4X4 Leather, Moonroof +++
$36,500
$495M0
* 0 down payments plus tax, title, fees. 87 months @ 4.99% W.A.C.
6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP
6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP
6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP ‡ 6KRS ZZZ KHULWDJHFKHY\ FRP
***Taxes and Fees Extra. Includes all current incentives.