January 30, 2016 • Vol. 137 No. 5
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In The News: Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance hires new CEO The Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance (MAEDA) announced that an agreement was signed Jan. 27 with Scott Fleming to lead MAEDA as its next chief executive officer. Fleming will start in his new position on Feb. 8. See story on page 9 ‘A brand new day’ for Albion, Marshall middle school students Positive energy abounded Jan. 25 as it marked the first day Albion’s sixth, seventh and eighth grade students began attending Marshall Middle School. “This is a brand new day for many of you; it’s a new start,” said Marshall Middle School Principal Dave Turner during a special assembly at the start of the school day. “I challenge you to treat each other with respect and dignity and take the time to get to know each other. It’s an opportunity for you to make new friends.” See story on page 45 MPS to save taxpayers additional $1.48 million on sale of bonds The Marshall Public Schools Board of Education, on Jan. 25, approved the sale of the 2006 Refunding Bonds and 2007 School Building and Site and Refunding Bonds, saving taxpayers $1.48 million in interest over the next 21 years and shortening the repayment period by three years. Combining these savings with a similar sale of bonds last year means a total savings of $6.2 million to taxpayers. “This is really good news for the taxpayers,” said MPS Superintendent Randy Davis. See story on page 6 FUG expands business with Graphics 3 partnership On Jan. 21, FUG celebrated its five-year anniversary in Marshall. And with that anniversary, it now have something else to celebrate as well – an expansion of business and partnership with Graphics 3 of Coldwater. “It’s something we always wanted to look into to offer more services for our customer base,” said Don Kujawa, owner of FUG. “Now we are combining our resources to offer all printing options under our roof.” See story on page 29 Fostering animals means more than a home; it’s about love The lives of two local women, Laura and Shannon Altic of Marshall, have been enriched in the last eight months by the lives of their foster dogs. “It’s very rewarding to see a dog come from being physically, and often emotionally broken, to a healthy and loved dog,” Shannon said. “We do this because we are animal lovers and we are able to save lives. It makes my heart happy.” See story on page 38 Gordon Goes Global connects with Direct Connect Humanitarian Aid to complete trip in Vietnam The Half The Sky Marshall Chapter collaborates with many other organizations and foundations that support humanitarian aid both internationally and here at home. After the recent Gordon Goes Global tour with Room To Read, the group connected with Direct Connect Humanitarian Aid. The organization is based in Bellevue and has programs set up in Kosovo, Belarus and Vietnam and focuses its programs on orphans, widows and the disabled who live in impoverished communities in developing countries. See story on page 40
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Columns Law that helps people...How utility rates are determined By GEORGE M. STRANDER
Editor’s Corner by John Hendler This week marks nine years since I joined the ad-visor&chronicle staff. By my best arithmetic, this issue is 469th issue I have been a part of and my 447th column. As I begin my 10th year, I cannot believe how quickly the time has passed. Having a weekly deadline looming seems to speed things up as does the sheer amount of writing I’ve done and the thousands of photos I have taken. Make that hundreds of thousands. By my best estimate, I have taken more than 250,000 sports photos. Hey, you take that many, you’re bound to get a decent one here and there, right? The nature of this job is both mundane and unique: laboring over dozens of press releases and photos week after week, but at the same time, the content and the photos are different. The repetitive routine makes the time fly. As soon as one issue goes to press, it’s on to the next one with hardly a rest for the weary. Looking back, it seems the past nine years have been one enormous issue. Don’t get me wrong. This has been the most enjoyable and satisfying job I've ever held. I’ve met thousands of wonderful, interesting people, all with their special story to tell. And I’m sure the same holds true for my colleagues Corinne Harter and Mary Tinsley Young. If only there was a way to have it feel as if time wasn’t going by so quickly. In researching that phenomenon, I have found a common thread that gives the impression that time is passing less quickly: break out of the same routine and do things differently or experience new things. One example I came across: The first time you drive to a distant locale, it seems like it takes forever (remember that first weekend getaway or commuting trip the first day of the new job?). As you repeat the drive, over and over, the time flies by, and you can’t recall any specific trip, unless something “memorable” happens. A really long traffic jam; a fender bender; etc. Routine makes time go faster, unique and memorable events slow down time. So, if you want to “slow down” time, and make your memories, or your every day last longer, change the routine. Create unique experiences for each one. You can also engage in greater mindfulness – focusing on and savoring each passing moment. The adage of “live for the moment” is the key to slowing down those quickly passing years. Also, doing something different can make a difference and also make life more memorable. Make plans to do stuff you haven't done and have things to reflect on and things to look forward to. As one writer puts it: When you make plans to do things you haven't done before, you have a bottomless well of wondering what it will be like. When you finish doing them, you have a bottomless well of ,"Wow, that was amazing and different." You have things to think about, things to share with other people, knowledge and wisdom to pass on. You have a life. So, even though I’m sure this 10th year will fly by, I’ve set a goal to do things a bit differently and break out of the same old to help slow down things just a bit and make it more memorable for me and for you, our wonderful readers. Until next week, may the good news be yours.
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Fifth in a series. At the beginning of this series we mentioned that utilities are known as “natural monopolies,” and because they typically function as the lone supplier in any particular area they are regulated to ensure consumers are charged a fair rate. As we have said, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is our state’s overseer of most utility practice. The electric and natural gas utilities that are the main target of MPSC regulation are the larger, investor-owned companies, like Consumers Energy and DTE. As we will see, these and other large utilities must go to the MPSC to secure rate increases, and, as recent news shows, the MPSC can go after utilities for unfair billing practices. T he b a sis for r a tes: Electricity and natural gas rates are based on three different cost centers incurred by large utilities. First, each utility will have certain capital costs, including infrastructure
(poles, wires, pipelines), power generation plants and business offices, as well as any capital investments to improve or replace these things. Second, there is the cost of obtaining or producing some amount of electricity or natural gas, multiplied by the customer’s usage. Obviously, natural gas, as a subterranean hydrocarbon, is something mined for, piped out and contained in a pipe distribution system. As we saw last time, sometimes natural gas is used itself to produce electricity (at a natural-gasfired electric plant). Other major sources of electricity include coal-fired plants as well as nuclear power plants, although wind and solar generation are growing alternative sources. Just like the prices of any other commodities, those of natural gas and the means to produce electricity can fluctuate with supply and demand. How much you use, the energy market and when you use it (day versus night, summer versus winter), fixes this cost. Third, each utility will incur costs in operating its business, which includes distributing power to customers, reading meters, billing, etc. T he r a te ca se: Utilities regulated by the MPSC must go through what is called the “Rate Case Process” to change their rates affecting residential, commercial, and/or industrial customers. Such a
process requires the utility to apply to the MPSC for the change and involves an administrative law judge (ALJ) reviewing the request and any evidence for or against provided by the utility, MPSC staff or other interested parties. Eventually, the ALJ issues a Proposal for Decision (PFD), which, along with any “exceptions” filed by the parties responding to the PFD, goes to the Commission itself (i.e., the MPSC Commissioners). The Commission then issues an order approving or denying a rate change. Last year, the MPSC changed rates for Consumers Energy and DTE electric customers through a rate case process spurred by recent legislation. As reported in MLive, the new law required energy companies and the MPSC to explore ways of allocating electricity transmission costs across customers based on cost of service. Under the MPSC order, residential customers saw an electric rate increase (3.2 percent for Consumers customers) while commercial and industrial customers saw their rates decline some. C onsu mer s E ner gy investiga t ion: As part of its regulatory role, the MPSC oversees utility practices. Earlier this month, the MPSC announced it was investigating Consumers Energy over the latter’s practice of relying too heavily on estimated bills.
How to protect yourself from a sewer backup By MIKE HACKWORTH, Marshall Department of Public Works Superintendent
What do coffee grounds, cooking grease and “flushables” have in common? They can all cause an expensive sewer backup. The city of Marshall would like to tell residents how to protect themselves from this potentially costly incident. The city of Marshall maintains 50 miles of sanitary sewer which transports over a million gallons of wastewater to the treatment plant a day. In most cases, this happens without any of our customers giving the process a second thought, however, when sewer service is interrupted it can become costly and dangerous.
There are a number of issues that lead to sewer backups. Some of the most common are the result of customers disposing of items that are prohibited like rags, diapers or grease and other material from food grinders/disposals. These items can collect in the sewer main and cause problems within the sewer system. Grease is especially problematic as it is in liquid form when warm but cools off within the underground piping and solidifies thus clogging the sewer piping. Tree roots can also be an issue as the roots find small cracks, enter the pipe and grow within the water rich environment. When a backup occurs most customers are surprised to learn that the city is not responsible for the pipe that connects the house/business to the main. If an issue occurs on this portion of the system the customer must
make the repair at their cost. The state of Michigan passed Public Act 222 of 2001, which clarifies the conditions under which municipalities are liable for sewer backups. Anyone wishing to make a claim for property damage or physical injury due to an issue with the public sewer must prove the following: 1) that the city’s sewer system had a defect, 2) that the governmental agency knew, or in the exercise of reasonable diligence, should have known about the defect, 3) prove that the governmental agency, having the legal authority, did not take the reasonable steps in a reasonable amount of time to repair, correct or remedy the defect, and 4) that the defect was 50 percent or more of the cause of the event, the property damage and/or physical injury. The city of Marshall performs routine maintenance on the sewers in an effort to locate defects and
cleans the system to minimize clogs from foreign objects. How can a customer protect themselves from the chance of a backup? 1) Make sure you are not putting anything down the drain that can clog the system. 2) Avoid planting trees and shrubs directly over the sewer line. 3) Report anyone you see abusing the system. 4) Ask your insurance agent to add a backup rider to your homeowner’s policy, which in many cases may cost less than $5 a month and cover up to $5,000 in damages. Consider calling the Department of Public Services first if you experience a backup or a slow drain. The Department of Public Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year by calling 269-7813985 (Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and 269-7818631 (All other times).
Letters Thanks goes to the great community of Marshall To the Editor: I’ve been away for awhile helping family, but hopefully, it’s never too late to say thank you. On Nov. 13, the American Museum of Magic hosted a “Night at the Magic Museum” featuring seven local professional magicians from the Neil Foster Ring 89 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians along with one amateur young lady. These magicians generously volunteered time and talent. A two-hour variety show had guests switching from floor to floor to catch all the performances. In the upstairs of the museum hangs a banner that reads “Blackstone’s Vanishing Horse.” The story goes that the late magician Harry Blackstone Sr. hired local boys to walk his horse wearing this banner in every town he visited. The boy would pass out fliers telling that the horse would vanish in Blackstone’s show.
For that, the boy got free tickets and Harry got free advertising. This was the inspiration for the museum to do some unique advertising of its own. Mary Carleton of Crystal Farms Equestrian Center loaned a horse and with the blessings of City Manager Tom Tarkiewicz and Police Chief James Schwartz, a banner was designed and constructed by Sign World Concepts. On the Saturday before the event, the horse, wearing the American Museum of Magic’s banner, ridden by Emma Hayman, strutted up and down the Main Street of Marshall advertising “Night At the Magic Museum.” It was quite the sight. To add to the fun of the evening, a host of high school students dressed up in costume: a sentry, a caveman, several cowboys, a tiger, King Tut and an African Princess. Even retired chief of
police Roger Graves got in the act and wore his Keystone Cop outfit to guard the museum’s door. Other supporters were Mike Lounds, Bogar Theater owner; Dennis Craft, Craft Photography; Brian Mason, Marshall Carriage and Ghost Tours; Jon Hammond, Palmtees T Shirts; the Mole Hole; the Marshall Welcome Center; Laura Brownell; and, of course, our guests. A special thank you goes to Mary Tinsley Young and staff of the ad-visor&chronicle who continue to encourage and support the museum’s mission. Thank you, Marshall. What a wonderful town we live in. Abbie Albright, American Museum of Magic, Board Member
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10th ranked Marshall wins 11th straight in easy fashion Redhawks beat Western 57-15 to go to 11-1
Above, Emily Delmotte converts the uncontested lay up during the first quarter versus Western on Jan. 26. Marshall jumped out to a 14-0 lead en route to a 57-15 victory. Setting up to take three-pointers are Jill Konkle, center, and Carlee Long. The girls varsity team played at Coldwater Jan. 29 and will play at Holt on Feb. 2 before returning home to play Pennfield on Feb. 5. (Photos by John Hendler)
Marshall swimmers victorious over Plainwell
Following a close victory at Sturgis on Jan. 21 by a score of 95.5 to 89.5, the Marshall High School boys swimming and diving team won a home meet over Plainwell 111-75 on Jan. 26. Pictured clockwise from top left: Juul Loonen in the 200-yard freestyle; Lincoln Bultemeier in the 200-yard medley relay; diver Bryar Thelen; and Eron Hill, checking the scoreboard following the 50-yard freestyle. Following meets at Allegan on Feb. 9 and at Harper Creek on Feb.13, Marshall will host South Haven on Feb. 16. (Photos by John Hendler)
Marshall runs past Harper Creek for eighth straight win
The Marshall High School boys varsity basketball team won its eighth straight game following an 81-69 victory on Jan. 23. The win improved the Redhawks’ record to 8-2. Above left: Forrest Jackson eyes the basket while getting past Harper Creek’s JaCory McNutt. Right photo: Drew DeVine puts up the first quarter three pointer. (Photos by John Hendler)
MHS wrestlers just come up short versus Harper Creek
Left: Marshall’s John Nash gets set to pin Harper Creek’s Trenton Jones, much to the delight of the Marshall bench. At right, Marshall’s Felipe Martinez tries to escape from Harper Creek’s Terry Vette. (Photos by John Hendler)
The Marshall High School wrestling team mounted a late comeback, closing the gap to 4030 versus Harper Creek on Jan.27. Following John Nash’s pin, Marshall’s third straight, the score was 40-36 heading into the final match of the night. Then, Harper Creek’s Caleb Masten defeated Ted McDonald as Harper Creek won the meet 46-36. Results: 215: COREY DEXTER (MARSHALL) over Ethan Kopp (HCRK) (Fall 1:25) 285: OWEN MILLER (MAR-
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Abbey Ufkes is finalist for Scholar-Athlete Award Marshall High School senior Abbey Ufkes was named a finalist in Class B for the Michigan High School Athletic Association's Scholar-Athlete Awards for the 2015-16 school year. Ufkes has been a member of the high school’s cross-country and soccer teams.
To be eligible for the award, students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 (on a 4.0 scale), and previously have won a varsity letter in at least one sport in which the MHSAA sponsors a postseason tournament. Students also were asked to respond to a series of short essay
questions, submit two letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay on the importance of sportsmanship in educational athletics. The applications were judged by a 58-member committee of school coaches, counselors, faculty members, administrators and board mem-
bers from MHSAA member schools. Selection of the 32 scholarship recipients will take place in early February. Class C and D scholarship recipients will be announced Feb. 2; Class B scholarship recipients will be announced Feb. 9, and Class A scholarship recipients will be announced Feb.
16. All announcements will be made on the MHSAA Website. To honor the 32 Scholar-Athlete Award recipients, a ceremony will take place during halftime of the Class C Boys Basketball Final, March 26, at the Breslin Student Events Center in East Lansing.
Marshall High School Fall 2015 Athletic Awards MHS boys CHEER Banfield Sydney I8 Academic Johnson Allison I8 Academic Lampert Samantha I8 Academic Lozon Hannah I8 Academic Treat Taylor I8 Academic Votava Evalyn I8 Academic Warsop Kaitlyn I8 Academic Winnie Korinne I8 Academic Zuck Kelley I8 Academic Banfield Sydney Most Spirited Torrey Jade Most Improved Votava Evalyn Team Player CROSS COUNTRY BOYS Bell Chris I8 Academic Deitrich Drew I8 Academic Deitrich Micah I8 Academic Foster Wade I8 Academic Nostrant Ian I8 Academic Pike Garrett I8 Academic Smith Calvin I8 Academic Wallace Taj I8 Academic Foster Wade Most Improved Smith Calvin Coach's Award Swinton O'Shea Unsung Hero Wallace Taj Most Valuable CROSS COUNTRY GIRLS Debrabander Laney I8 Academic Delmotte Hannah I8 Academic Gross Tiffany I8 Academic Horn Taylor I8 Academic Klingel Ronni I8 Academic Koch Hannah I8 Academic Lewis Audrey I8 Academic Ritchie Asha I8 Academic Schoepke Rachel I8 Academic Shumaker Alivia I8 Academic Ufkey Abbey I8 Academic Gross Tiffany Four Year Letter Winner Klein Ava Most Valuable Rookie Koch Hannah Hall of Fame Award Ritchie Asha Most Improved Schoepke Meagan Most Valuable Rookie Schoepke Rachel Most Valuable Runner St. John Abby Most Valuable Rookie Tellevik Hilly Most Valuable Exchange Student Ufkes Abbey Most Valu-
able Runner Hancock Olivia All County Klein Ava All County Koch Hannah All County Ritchie Asha All County Schoepke Meagan All County Schoepke Rachel All County St. John Abby All County Tellevik Hilly All County Ufkes Abbey All County Ufkes Abbey I8 All Conference Klein Ava I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Schoepke Rachel I8 All Conference Honorable Mention St. John Abby I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Tellevik Hilly I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Schoepke Rachel All Regional Ufkes Abbey All Regional EQUESTRIAN Asselin Katie I8 Academic Coates Alexis I8 Academic Hautau Henry I8 Academic McFadden Megan I8 Academic Asselin Katie Team Academic Award Asselin Katie Most Valuable Carter Maci Most Improved Day Lauren Sportmanship Mapes Rachel Coach's Award Willard Emily Most Improved FOOTBALL DeLand Jarrett I8 Academic Face Cam I8 Academic Friend Jackson I8 Academic Hautau Henry I8 Academic Heidenreich Brad I8 Academic Miller Owen I8 Academic Pratt Jason I8 Academic Sturdevant Ben I8 Academic Thompson Leo I8 Academic Upright Chris I8 Academic Welke Jack I8 Academic Westrick Ryan I8 Academic Dexter Corey I8 All Conference Defense Gonsalez DeVante I8 All Conference Defense Steele Nate I8 All Conference Defense Upright Chris I8 All Conference Defense Halcomb Justin I8 All Conference Offense Jackson Forrest I8 All Conference Offense
Westrick Ryan I8 All Conference Offense DeLand Jarrett I8 All Conference Defense Honorable Mention Medler Hunter I8 All Conference Defense Honorable Mention Torrey Tyler I8 All Conference Defense Honorable Mention Friend Jackson I8 All Conference Offense Honorable Mention Thomas Chris I8 All Conference Offense Honorable Mention Stealy Jason MHSFCA Regional Coach of the Year GOLF - GIRLS Bates Loren I8 Academic Konkle Jill I8 Academic Newman Natalie I8 Academic Holcomb Carly I8 Academic McQuown Haley I8 Academic Miller Kirsten I8 All Conference Honorable Mention SOCCER - BOYS Clapper Cody I8 Academic Coppo Noah I8 Academic DeLong Ashton I8 Academic Face Brandon I8 Academic Kraushaar Alec I8 Academic Kraushaar Kurt I8 Academic Lillrose Nick I8 Academic Quick Cody I8 Academic Reincke Trace I8 Academic Rockwell Joe I8 Academic Shivley Reed I8 Academic Terry Matt I8 Academic Vezmar Michael I8 Academic Coppo Noah Best Newcomer Kraushaar Alec Most Valuable Lutz Dutin Most Improved Quick Cody Best Defensive Rockwell Joe Unsung Hero Shippell Andrew Best Offensive Kraushaar Alec I8 All Conference Kraushaar Kurt I8 All Conference Quick Cody I8 All Conference Shippell Andrew I8 All Conference Clapper Cody I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Terry Matt I8 All Conference Honorable Mention
Kraushaar Alec Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Kraushaar Kurt Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Clapper Cody Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Quick Cody Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Terry Matt Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Kraushaar Alec All District Kraushaar Kurt All District Clapper Cody All District Quick Cody All District Terry Matt All District Kruashaar Alec All Region Kraushaar Alec All State Honorable Mention Morgan Hans Battle Creek Enquirer All Area Coach Morgan Hans District Coach of the Year SWIMMING - GIRLS Culp Erin Most Valuable Fulcher Emily Captains Award Mathieu Julia Rookie of the Year Stiner Natalie Coaches Award Bedwell Chloe Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Culp Erin Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Diver Jennifer Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Hope Julia Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Johnson Ally Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Karns Kennedy Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Karns Taylor Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Kramer Derry Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Long Landrie Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Mathieu Julia Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Ruedisueli Maria Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Stiner Natalie Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Turner Jane Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference Walker Amaya Southwestern & Central Michigan Swim Conference TENNIS - BOYS Melluish Louie I8 Academic Merucci Jack I8 Academic Russell Liam I8 Academic Gardner Camden I8 Aca-
demic Chapman Aidan I8 Academic Rocco TJ I8 Academic Lyman Kyle I8 Academic Varvatos Cole I8 Academic Elliott Keegan I8 Academic Brownell Riley I8 Academic Division III All State Academic Team VOLLEYBALL Bates Kaylie I8 Academic Benham Mackenzie I8 Academic Bouwens Savanna I8 Academic Corcoran Gracen I8 Academic Delmotte Emily I8 Academic Gardner Lindsay I8 Academic Herman Josie I8 Academic Rocco Rachel I8 Academic Tucker Nicole I8 Academic Vorst Jessica I8 Academic Webber Chloe I8 Academic Zacharski Zoey I8 Academic Bates Kaylie Compete Award Benham Mackenzie "Can Do" Award Corcoran Gracen Sportsmanship Delmotte Emily Most Valuable Rocco Rachel Most Improved Tucker Nikki Iron Woman Webber Chloe Rookie of the Year Bates Kaylie I8 All Conference Delmotte Emily I8 All Conference Benham Mackenzie I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Webber Chloe I8 All Conference Honorable Mention Bates Kaylie All Region Benham Mackenzie All Region Delmotte Emily All Region Webber Chloe All Region Bates Kaylie All Area Delmotte Emily All Area Benham Mackenzie All Area Honorable Mention Bates Kaylie All State Honorable Mention Delmotte Emily All State Honorable Mention Bates Kaylie Academic All State Team Academic All State
bowling beats Charlotte By SUE HUTCHINGS MHS Bowling Coach
Varsity Boy Results: Marshall 21 Charlotte 9 Regular Games Marshall had a very gratifying win at home on Jan. 19 versus Charlotte. The Redhawks won the first game 893-835 which included solid games from Brady Brisson 915, Grey Gillett 193 and Eric Silvers 181. Charlotte took the second game 868-945 and total 1780-1761. Bowling well the second game was Eric Silvers with a 199. The team was down 6 points to 9 going into the Baker games. Baker Games Marshall came back strong in the Baker portion of the match with games of 212178 and 224-176 to sweep all 15 points in that section. “The guys stepped up after losing the second game and total, said Coach Brad Morgan. “They bowled pretty flawlessly in Baker.” Varsity Girl Results: Marshall 0 Charlotte 30 Record 0-4 Regular Games Marshall faced a strong Charlotte squad, which averaged 170 as a team. The first game ended 659-827 with Autumn Hazel shooting 159 and Bethany Cornish 151. Charlotte took the second game 873-645 and total 1700-1304. High in the second game for Marshall were Autumn Hazel with 164 and Sara Parks with 146 and Mina Hashizume with 144. Baker Games Marshall lost its Baker games 127-139 and 129-210. “We were outmatched, said Coach Jody Ulmer. “But, the girls hit some personal bests and they are growing in their skills.”
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‘A brand new day’ for Albion, Marshall middle school students By JOHN HENDLER Editor Positive energy abounded Jan. 25 as it marked the first day Albion’s sixth, seventh and eighth grade students began attending Marshall Middle School. “This is a brand new day for many of you; it’s a new start,” said Marshall Middle School Principal Dave Turner during a special assembly in the school’s auditorium at the start of the school day. “I challenge you to complete your homework, participate in class, treat each other with respect and dignity and take the time to get to know each other. It’s an opportunity for you to make new friends.” Albion Community School Principal Joni Parks made the drive over to say hello to her former middle school students. “It’s exciting, but it’s kind of bittersweet,” said Parks, whose husband, Scott Parks, was hired by MMS to teach social studies. “It’s good to see the kids smiling and see them with their friends. I think they are going to be just fine. I think it’s easier on the kids than on the adults.” MPS Superintendent Randy Davis gave a brief assessment of the day to the Board of Education during its business session that evening. “It worked out famously,” said Davis. “It was really, really great as far as relationships and the opportunity for orientation.” Davis said there was one “hiccup” on the day regarding scheduling that kept students with their advisory teacher all day, but Turner said the issue was resolved by the next day. “Even though it was a little bit of a disappointment in terms of what we planned and expected to have happened, the benefit was that it was a great opportunity for students to really get connected in an environment that required people to be incredibly flexible and understanding,” said Turner. “I thought every student did an excellent job in rising to the occasion and huge kudos to the Marshall Middle School staff in rolling with the punches.They did a great job. Everybody, through this entire process, has been incredibly gracious and supportive.”
Marshall Middle School Principal Dave Turner helps students with their class assignments at the start of the school day Jan. 25.
Marshall Middle School Media Specialist Marsha Lambert talks with a group of seventh graders about the rules of the school’s Learening Resource Center. Teacher Scott Parks had been teaching in Albion and was hired to teach social studies at Marshall Middle School.
Students in Hope Anderson’s class had name cards on hand to help get to know their fellow classmates.
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