Advisor & Chronicle by Tim Sutton

May 31, 2014 • Vol. 135 No. 22 514 S. Kalamazoo Ave. in Marshall, MI • Phone 269-781-5444 and FAX 269-781-7766 • www.advisor-chronicle.com

In The News:

Brembo’s growth an example of Michigan’s comeback Michigan is the worldwide center of the automotive industry, and Gov. Rick Snyder saluted Brembo, a global leader in brake technology, for its decision to expand its operation in Homer. Snyder joined Brembo Chairman Alberto Bombassei to celebrate the grand opening of a 150,000-squarefoot addition of manufacturing, office and warehouse space to accommodate an increase in North American orders and allow for future growth. See story on page 20

Memorial Day 2014: Lest We Forget Hundreds gathered downtown Marshall on Monday, May 26 for the annual Memorial Day parade. Participants paid tribute to fallen veterans and remembered loved ones who had gone before them. Marshallites sang along with veterans to patriotic songs, thanked veterans by waving American flags as they passed by and joined in with them at Oakridge Cemetery for a ceremony of remembrance. See photos on page 21

Earl Lawrence named Veteran of the Year On Memorial Day, a time when many Americans honor those who have sacrificed for their country, the American Legion Post 79 also honored one of their own, Earl Lawrence as the 2014 Veteran of the Year. As a member of the American Legion Post 79 since 1955, Lawrence has been a dedicated member attending monthly meetings and being active in the legion’s programming. He also attends the Memorial Day services every year. See story on page 36

35th Supermileage Competition returns to Marshall June 5-6 Since its inception in 1980, SAE International’s Supermileage competition has dared students to go the extra mile – and then some. This year’s lineup includes 27 collegiate teams from 18 U.S. schools and nine international entrants from Canada, India, Mexico and Venezuela. More than 250 students and faculty advisors are expected to participate at the event, which will be hosted by Eaton Corporation on June 5-6. See story on page 6

Recognition reception for Sherry Grice to be held at Cornwell’s A reception honoring the career of Sherry Grice as 4-H extension educator for Calhoun County for the better part of 35 years will be held at Cornwells Turkeyville, USA on Thursday, June 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will highlight the extensive impact her work had on youth from large cities, small towns and rural areas in both traditional 4-H programs and innovative urban clubs. See story on page 37

Summer 2014 After School Arts Apprenticeship classes offered at EastEnd Studio and Gallery The AfterSchool Arts Apprenticeship Program at EastEnd Studio and Gallery, located at 143 W. Michigan Avenue in Marshall, is offering three classes this summer. The A3 program classes are offered to young artists who have completed fifth grade through eighth grade. This program is funded with the help of the Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs, making the program free for students See story on page 40

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he first week of Marshall Recreation Department’s Summer ‘FUN’ Playground begins June 16. This annual day camp runs through Aug. 15 and is filled with crafts, field trips, sports and free play from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Noelle Ramey, 7, top, Karlie Goble, 7, left, and Charlie Hindenach, 10, enjoy the equipment at the Playground’s headquarters at Hughes Elementary School. See story on page 7

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Word on the Street What advice do you have for the graduating seniors? Editor’s Corner

Thousands of high school seniors throughout the area will receive their high school diplomas over the next two weekends, marking the end of one chapter in their lives and the start of another. What advice do you have to offer to the Class of 2014?

by John Hendler This week marks one year since a group of Albion High School students came to visit Marshall High School, the school they would attend in the fall. There have been the typical growing pains this school year much like any school would go through under a similar situation as students from both communities walked into the great unknown at the start of the school year and seem to have come out at the other end with a better understanding and appreciation for their classmates. Last week at the annual Class Night, one of the most enjoyable parts of the show for me was when a group of Marshall students and a group of Albion students took to the stage together, arm in arm, in a show of unity that theirs was not a school divided but a school united as the packed auditorium gave them a rousing ovation. I cannot say with 100 percent certainty, but it seems that this school year at Marshall High School saw far more ups than downs and those fears about what could go wrong have been put to rest. Congratulations to the students, staff and administration at Marshall High School and to those from Albion who came together and showed the community (and the state) that it could be done. Even though last winter seemed to last forever, with the end of the school year and graduation time here, once again, as is the case year after year, the school year just seems to flies by. How fast these kids seems to grow up. It’s a bittersweet feeling as a parent. You want your kids to grow up to be solid citizens of the community, make their mark in whatever endeavor they choose and to be happy. And then, they do. And as they branch out on their own, you realize that your role in their life changes to more of a ‘satellite” as opposed to being the center of their universe when you were Mommy or Daddy. It’s always around this time of year, that the lyrics from the Trace Adkins song, Then They Do, come to mind: In the early rush of morning, Trying to get the kids to school: One's hanging on my shirt-tail, Another's locked up in her room. And I'm yelling up the stairs: "Stop worrying 'bout your hair, you look fine." Then they're fightin' in the backseat, And I'm playing referee. Now someone's gotta go, The moment that we leave. And everybody's late, I swear that I can't wait till they grow up. Then they do, and that's how it is. It's just quiet in the mornin', Can't believe how much you miss, All they do and all they did. You want all the dreams they dreamed of to come true, Then they do...

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Letters Merucci family gives thanks to Marshall community To the Editor: Thank you firefighters, neighbors and Marshall community. Our beloved historic home on Prospect St. was lost to a fire on Friday, May 16. We are heartsick for our home and the neighborhood. Our home, dated 1874, was the first to be built on our little street. We are truly sad it will no longer stand, as it will have

to be demolished. Yet, beyond the house, we are so deeply grateful our family and pets were not harmed. Thanks to the wonderful firefighters that were there that day (we heard 45). We want to thank them for their quick response which likely saved our kitties, and for their efforts and kindness that long afternoon.

We are so grateful to our neighbor – a young man we had not met before – who first saw the fire and called it in – bless you. Thank you to our neighbors and friends who helped us so much that day and continue to help us. We are blessed to live in such a caring and supportive community, who kindnesses and donations we appreciate so very much. Also, thank

you to the amazing crew at Marshall Animal Care for taking excellent care of our kitties in their kitty condos. We are very grateful to all of you. John, Kelly and Jack Merucci, Marshall

Until next week may the good news be yours.

Marshall District Library is an extraordinary treasure To the Editor: What an extraordinary treasure we have in our community in the Marshall District Library and its staff. Raising teenagers can be a challenge, but with the invaluable services MDL offers to area youth, it makes the job a whole lot easier. MDL, in particular, Librarian Assistant Diane Hamlin, does an incredible job listening to the needs and requests of area youth, while guiding both mid-

dle and high school advisory groups in offering an array of opportunities. The students’ leadership skills are honed by organizing events with cooperative teamwork and decision-making, hosting events like Lego contests, board games, role-play, book discussions, and music exploration - just to name a few. Although each activity may not be for everyone, the youth from Marshall and surrounding areas can explore their varied interests while mak-

ing new friends in both a safe and positive environment. Thank you, MDL, Teen Advisory Board, and Junior Teen Advisory Board for all that you do; quite honestly, I can’t imagine a better way to spend our tax dollars. Beth Eggers Ruffing, Marshall

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Marshall beats Columbia in district opener The Marshall High School girls varsity soccer team opened up its defense of the district title by posting a 3-1 victory over Columbia Central on May 27. The victory put Marshall, the three-time district champs, in the district semi-final versus Hanover-Horton on May 29. (The game had not yet been played at press time.) Columbia’s Danielle Eastman opened the scoring with a goal midway through the first half, but Marshall’s Chelsea Tobias scored nine seconds later to tie the game. With just over two minutes to play in the half, Abbey Ufkes scored as Marshall went ahead to stay. Ufkes scored her second goal of the game with 15 minutes remaining to seal the win. “It was a very good game for us moving forward<” said Marshall coach Adrian Harkey. “Brooklyn played us tough and it's a game that will better prepare us down the road.” Harkey added that the overwhelming support from the large home crowd made a difference. “The girls would like to thank everyone who came out to the game, “ he said. “What an awesome crowd.”

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Abbey Ufkes scored the go-ahead goal for Marshall just before halftime and added an insurance goal with 15 minutes to play.

Goalkeeper Lauren Day, filling in for the injured Kelsey Postema, made a couple of big saves in the second half.

The home crowd salutes the Marshall squad following the 3-1 victory May 27.

After Marshall fell behind1-0 in the first half versus Columbia Central, Chelsea Tobias tied it up nine seconds later.

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The girls soccer team raised $1,214 for Elizabeth London and her family during their annual Kick For A Cure fundraiser to help in Elizabeth's battle against cancer. Pictured is the varsity girls team presenting a check to Elizabeth and her family; mom and dad Jen and Elliott, and little sister Anna.

MHS baseball drops close one at district

photos by John Hendler

Watching Pennfield’s pre-game warmups prior to the start of the district tournament first round game on May 27, from left, Dan Welke, Marshall coach Trevor Kelley, Drew Maisner, Drew DeVine and Scott Reagle. Marshall lost to Pennfield 3-1 on May 27 at Northwest High School in Jackson. DeVine took the loss on the mound, allowing one earned run in five innings with six strikeouts. At the plate, Marshall got singles from Alex Walton and Austin Busse. Marshall finished its season with a 16-16 record.

Above left: Alex Walton, at the plate in the first inning. Right: Drew DeVine pitched five innings, allowing one earned run and striking out six.

Salmon Open is June 21

It’s rare to see events that span 20 years, let alone be so successful for those20 years. That is exactly what the Salmon Open has done since 1994. What began as a gathering of friends in support and in memory of the life of Jeff Seybert has has grown into one of the most supported and sought after tournaments in the area. Each and every year, the Salmon Open fills the field with at minimum, 30 teams of friends, family, past scholarship winners and community members. This year ‘s Salmon

Open is June 21 at the Marshall Country Club. This feat would not be possible without the endless support of our community. That being said, this will be the final year of the Salmon Open. All good things must come to an end and the event has accomplished its goal of raising enough funding to make the Jeff Seybert Memorial Scholarship Fund self-sustaining and non-dependent upon continued support. It is with celebration that the committee would like to end this event and joy for

the continuation of the scholarship. The first few years one scholarship was awarded to a graduating Marshall High School senior that best exemplified Jeff’s spirit and charisma. That quickly grew to two scholarships and in recent years, up to four have been awarded scholarships. This year three, $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to MHS seniors. In this final year we look forward to making it one to remember. Be sure to get your team registered early

as spots will fill up fast. To register your team for the 4-person scramble contact Kim Zuehlke at 269781-3860. For those wishing to make a donation, please contact a committee member or send it to 16379 15 Mile Road, Marshall, MI 49068. The committee is made up of Fred and Lisa Damron, David Ramos, Mark Strand, Ann Wheeler, Ken and Kim Zuehlke,and Nick and Ashley Zuehlke.

Marshall softball ousted by Pennfield at district

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The Marshall High School varsity softball team saw its season come to an end May 27 following a 12-4 loss to Pennfield at Northwest High School in Jackson in the first round of the district tournament. The loss left Marshallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final record at 4-29. Lindsay Gardner had a single and scored two runs, while Hayley Bennett had two singles and a stolen base. Above left: EJ Marshall at the plate. Right: Infieilders Chelsea Lake (1B), front, and Olivia Meister (2B).

Marshall swimmers earn academic accolades

The Marshall High School boys swim team earned sixth place academically in the state. Back row, from left: Kenneth Fry, Cam Reagan, Jack Herman, Ben Elyea, Josh Turner, Eli Arnold, Tyler Academic All-Americans and Academic All-State: Monica Lubis, Parker MacFarland, Kyle Weck and Matt Howard. Front row: Parker Cruz, Tim Stillson, Brice Banfield, Cruz, Kyle Weck and Brice Banfield. Michael Sitar, Matt Serbantez, Colin Henson, Tyler Horn and Henry Swett.

All-State diver Henry Swett

The Marshall High School girls swim team earned seventh place academically in the state.Back row, from left: Monica Lubis, Julia Hope, Clare Fenely, Hope Earl, Taylor Karns, Lelah Davis, Megan Drumm, Alyssa Dunn and Tori Westmorland. Front row: Erin Culp, Brooklyn Tobias, Nina Hendler, Olivia Graves, Maddy Peters, Jen Diver, Anna Sitar, Johanna Murray, Jane Turner and Maddie Rayner.

MHS girls tennis place fourth at regional The Marshall High School girls varsity tennis team competed in the Silver Division of the SMAC conference tournament and placed second behind Lakeshore. At the conference tournament senior Mary Townsend took first place at 3 singles beating Kalamazoo Central and Lakeshore in the finals. Junior Brooklyn Tobias also took first at 4 singles beating Niles and Lakeshore in the finals. Number 1 doubles team of Chandler Veich and Olivia Olmstead took first as well beating Coldwater, and then Niles in the championship. Number 2 doubles, Sydney Bies and Chelsey Bennett, took third, beating Coldwater, losing to Lakeshore, and beating Kalamazoo Central. At 3 doubles, Taylor Karns and Erica Chamberlain beat Coldwater, Lakeshore, then Niles (2-6, 6-4, 10-6) in the championship to take first. Veich and Olmstead were named All-Conference. At the regional tournament May 19, Townsend was regional champ at 3 singles defeating Niles, Sturgis, and Lakeshore. Tobias was the regional runner-up at 4 singles beating Coldwater, Edwardsburg,

and losing in the final to Harper Creek. Veich and Olmstead also finished as regional runnerup beating Vicksburg, Niles, and losing an incredibly close match to the 1 seed, Cressman & Inman, of Sturgis 7-5, 3-6, 7-6(5). As a team, Marshall tied for fourth place at regionals earning 12 points, just 3 points shy of second place state qualifier Vicksburg. "I am so proud of our girls this year,” said Marshall coach Kevin Brownell. “Mary and Brooklyn are two of the most determined players I have had the opportunity to coach. They never quit on a point or a game. They have both worked very hard to get where they are and continue to work to improve. Chandler and Olivia are a great doubles team. They are fun to watch and fun to coach. They have stuck together as doubles partners and grown tremendously as a team. Last year they were regional champs at 2 doubles and I knew they were going to be a tough team to beat at 1 this year. I'm so proud of the way they played all year long - especially against their rivals Sturgis in the regional final."

Mary Townsend won the 3 singles at the regional tournament May 19.

Marshall Jr. Equestrian win division

Chandler Veich, left, and Olivia Olmstead, Marshall’s number one doubles team, was regional runner up.

Olivet High School golf advances to Div. 3 regional tournament

On May 18, the Marshall Junior Equestrian Team won their division for the 2014 season in Division A. Team Members include Coach Mary Stockel Adams, Avery Aden, Alexis Coats, Madison Eggleston, Morgan Hautau, Annabelle Westfall, Megan Desmet, Sophia Hagerty, Ellie Mrak, Savanna Surber and Izzy Todd.

Wrestling camp June 16 The Marshall High School wrestling team is proud to announce that they will be hosting a one day techniques camp for all wrestlers grades K-12 at Walters Elementary June 16. The camp will feature 4Time NCAA All-American and 2012 National Champion Cam Simaz from Cornell University. Cam is a

world class clinician with the resume to back it up. His high-school career included three individual state championships at Allegan High School. The camp will be held on Monday, June 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. The cost is $40 and lunch will be provided along with a commemorative t-shirt. To register, be a sponsor

for the camp, or if you have any questions please contact MHS varsity wrestling Coach Nick Zuehlke at 269-2754195 or Zuehlke.nicholas@gmail.c om.

The Olivet High School golf Team took runner-up in the Division 3, District 23 tournament with a score of 336 and moved on to compete at the May 30 regional at their home course, The Medalist. Pictured from left: Keagan Carpenter (76), Tyler Masters (80), Justin Kepsel (88), Kayla Harris (95), Ben Koeske (92) and Coach Eddie Collins.

Youth football camp June 23-25 The Marshall High School varsity football program is hosting a Non-Contact Youth Football Skills Camp for athletes entering 3rd-6th grade in the fall of 2014. The camp will be from 9-11 a.m. from June 23 through June 25.. Participants do not need to be a resident of Marshall to attend. The cost is $40. Contact the MHS Athletic department or visit the team website www.Redhawpride.com for more information and registration forms.

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HERITAGE CHEVROLET

(269) 964-9431 See our entire inventory on line at www.heritagechevy.com 350 W. Dickman Road

2 YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE ON ALL NEW CHEVY’S 2014 CRUZE LT

2014 MALIBU LT

LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

174

MONTH

WITH $1,946.00 DUE

#3779

MONTH

WITH $2,078.00 DUE

#3739

2014 IMPALA

2014 EQUINOX

LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

248

MONTH

WITH $2,456.00 DUE

#3602

WITH $2,603.00 DUE

#9928

2014 SILVERADO

DOUBLE DOOR LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

CREW CAB LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

239

MONTH

WITH $2,312.00 DUE

#5051

199 MONTH

2014 SILVERADO LT

199

322 MONTH

WITH $2,771.00 DUE

#9844

*All lease payments plus 6% tax. Lease terms 39 months, 10,000 miles per year. Deal #’s 63705.

NEW DEMO SALE !!! *

2014 CHEVY IMPALA

#18163. 20K miles, moonroof, bucket seats, alloy wheels

32900

NOW

MO.

2013 CHEVY TAHOE LT

#18138. Leather, 4x4, 29K miles, power seats, moonroof

58300

NOW

MO.

2013 FORD F-150 CREW CAB

#18145. 19K miles, super clean, 4x4

483

NOW

MO.

2013 CHEVY CRUZE LT #18128. 33K miles, auto, remote start.

23900

NOW

13 CHEVY SPARK

19700

2010 GMC SIERRA EXT

362

NOW

MO.

2010 CHEVY MALIBU LT

#18141. 56K miles, power seat, remote start.

21200

NOW

MO.

#18148. 51K miles, 4x4, bed cover, power

48900

NOW

MO.

#18177. 11K miles, Jalapeno Green.

NOW

2013 LINCOLN MKZ

#9913A. all wheel drive, leather roof.

MO.

2014 BUICK ENCLAVE

#18150. 12K miles, power seats, quad buckets, leather

MO.

* Rebate to dealer.

599

NOW

MO.

2012 CHEVY SONIC

#3867A. Auto air, 31K miles, local trade.

21200

NOW

MO.

2011 CHEVY EQUINOX LT #18142. 36K miles, alloys, rear camera, loaded.

31100

NOW

MO.

2014 FORD TAURUS LIMITED #18154. 21K miles, power seats, leather, rear camera

377

NOW

* (0 down) 75 months, 4%, tax, title, license due.

MO.

2012 CHEVY EQUINOX

#18032A. 30K miles, leather, V-6, AWD

NOW

34600

MO.

2011 CHEVY HHR

#18171. 46K miles, loaded.

22700

NOW

MO.

2014 CHEVY TRAVERSE #18159. 14K miles, power seats, remote start, buckets.

44900

NOW

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