January 4, 2014 • Vol. 135 No. 1 514 S. Kalamazoo Ave. in Marshall, MI • Phone 269-781-5444 and FAX 269-781-7766 • www.advisor-chronicle.com
Looking AHEAD
In The News: ‘Flab 4’ shreds pounds: Four local women to be featured on Rachael Ray
Four local women started 2014 with a positive outlook and a healthier lifestyle, thanks to the Rachael Ray show. The weight-loss efforts of Lori Warner of Homer, Missy Tackett-Warner of Albion and Wendi Keathley and Becky Barnes of Battle Creek were followed for an episode of the awardwinning daytime cooking show “Rachael Ray,” that will air Jan. 6. The episode follows the four friends’ struggles and successes in a four-week weightloss challenge to lose 20 pounds each by following Dr. Ian K. Smith’s book, “Super Shred.” See story on page 26
to 2014
Invaluable, a film documenting the art of Tom Sullivan Marshall resident Tom Sullivan, who has achieved fame as the special effects artist for the film Evil Dead (1981) and Evil Dead II (1987) both directed by Sam Raimi, is the subject of a film documentary by Ryan Meade titled Invaluable, The True Story of an Epic Artist. The tentative release date is Jan. 29. A trailer of the film is available for viewing at www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNdP2EARx8. Sullivan is a highly regarded artist in the horror/terror film genre and is a sought-after celebrity at conventions of these films’ followers. See story on page 14
John Coulter
Dr. Randy Davis
Jim Dyer
Art Kale
Kelli Scott
Mike Hindenach
Marshall House Apartment renovates eight apartments in 2013 City of Marshall and Marshall House Apartment staff are pleased to announce that the Marshall House renovations for 2013 are complete. Eight apartments have been completed up to the final stage of inspections (with one more in the wings). Next week, they will have the electric, plumbing and building inspections and will be ready to fill with applicants. See story on page 27
Taysen Weaver is first baby of 2014 born at Oaklawn Hospital Oaklawn's first baby of 2014 is Taysen Michele Weaver, born at 12:17 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 2. The child is the daughter of Matthew and Taylor Weaver of Marshall. Little Taysen weighed 7 pounds and 10 ounces at birth, and measured 20 inches long, Oaklawn's nursing staff reported. See story on page 34
Start the year with a good book People living in Central Michigan can anticipate a stretch of overcast skies for the next two months. In addition to the clouds, when the thermometer drops and especially when the wind picks up, there’s nothing like a comfortable chair, a cozy room and a good book. Since most of us will be spending the majority of our free time inside as the new year begins, you might like to look over some book reviews the Marshall District Library staff has shared as favorite titles. See story on page 4
Marshall Trivia: A monthly game For 2014, the ad-visor&chronicle and the Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance will be partnering up to bring the community a monthly Marshall trivia question. To participate, readers can view the monthly trivia question in the first issue of the ad-visor&chronicle each month and then submit their answer to the Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce for $5 in Chamber Bucks. See trivia question and rules on page 7
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ocal leaders share their outlook for 2014 in stories and columns in this week’s ad-visor&chronicle. From left, Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance CEO John Coulter (page 23); Marshall Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Davis (page 18); and Marshall Mayor Jim Dyer (page 28). Second row, Calhoun County Chairman Art Kale and Administrator/Controller Kelli Scott (page 24); and MAEDA Industrial Manager Mike Hindenach (page 29).
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Word on the Street What are you looking forward to in 2014? Editor’s Corner
Resolutions, big plans and high hopes often come with ringing in the new year. The ad-visor&chronicle asked these seven people what they are looking forward to most in 2014.
by John Hendler Last week's Word on the Street this week asks people about their New Year’s resolutions. Two years ago I wrote that I stopped making them a few years back because the only things that making resolutions did was make me feel like an abject failure. Some of my past failed resolutions included: losing 30 pounds; reading one book per month; not drinking pop; keeping a journal; making my bed every day; not watching TV. Usually, the resolutions were broken well before January was over. I had read that most resolutions center around ways to look good and be more productive, but very few people write out resolutions that might bring them pure happiness. Pure happiness instead of seeking out personal flaws to (not) improve? Sounds exotic, but why not? After all, a new year should be focused on a new beginning. The author of the piece I read urged people to go out and have fun and complete their own list of weird pursuits and unusual changes. So, I listed 10 weird or mostly fun resolutions a couple years ago and this is how I did: 1. Learn to play the harmonica. I went out and bought a harmonica only to lose it a few weeks later. Determined (to apparently lose another one) I bought a new harmonica in March only to have that one go MIA in April. So, not only did I not learn to play the harmonica, I failed to even try and play the harmonica. 2. Start and finish one book. At the start of last year, I was on page 220 of Atlas Shrugged. I ended 2012 on page 782 and am now on 1000. That’s an achievement in my book. I only have about 250 pages to go, which means I should finish the book sometime in the fall. Not too shabby. 3. Sing Karaoke. Nope. My top choices for songs were In The Ghetto, Devil Woman and Danke Shoen. So far, 0 for 3. 4. Keep track of how many times I sneeze. Through March, I had sneezed 226 times. And then I stopped keeping track. 5.Break an unusual world record. I didn’t even attempt any type of world record. Zero for five. But it gets slightly better. 6.See a movie at the theater and not have popcorn. I wrote that that was probably my toughest test on this list, but remarkably, I succeeded on this resolution. I also succeeded on number 7. See a movie at the theater and not talk to the person next to me. Granted, the person next to me was a complete stranger and slept through most of the movie, but a win’s a win. 8. Laugh as much as possible, especially at myself. Probably the easiest to do on this list, I did make a concerted effort to laugh as much as possible. 9. Sing Nessun Dorma at a recital. No recital, but I did scream it in my car and recorded it. If anyone would like a copy, I’ll be happy to provide one. 10. Use only cash for a week and ditch the plastic. Does doing it for a weekend count? Does it still count even though I was forced to ditch the plastic because I couldn’t find my wallet for three days? So, by my count, I got three and a half out of 10 or 35 percent. Looks like there’s room for improvement. But with a new year, hope springs eternal. As it is sung in The Impossible Dream: This is my quest, to follow that star...No matter how hopeless, no matter how far... So, I strive on to live each day to the fullest, and enjoy this life I have been given. That is ny New Year’s Resolution for 2014. Until next week, may the good news be yours.
Scott Blanchard, Marshall
Jim Sobel, Marshall
Stephen Lech, Ann Arbor
"I’m looking forward to time with my family and my kids and the activities I get to enjoy with them.”
"More happiness and understanding in this world.”
"Our baby. Our first child will be born in August.”
Kevin McConnell, Portland, Ore.
Shannon Wonnacott, Olivet
Ken Cohen/Aliceanne Inskeep, Columbus, Ohio/Kalamazoo
"Starting my own photography business - Kevin McConnell Photography.”
"A big trip to San Francisco in July for a half marathon across the Golden Gate Bridge.”
"Romance and cycling. We both love bikes, and we just fell in love. We are looking forward to a beer tour, and Marshall is a great destination.”
Letters A season of giving: paying it forward is an awesome feeling To the Editor: I’m writing this letter because of the season that we are in and to also state how blessed my life has been this Christmas season. My family has gone through a tough time this year with me not able to work. Going from two incomes to just one has been a major challenge. We were wondering how we were going to keep our house, feed our family and how Christmas was going to go. I know that
the true meaning of Christmas isn’t how many presents are under the tree for my daughter, but she is only going to be a kid once. I wanted her to have some goodies to open for Christmas. As the season came around, my wife and I looked at each other and wondered how are we going to do this? We cut corners and made it possible so we at least knew we could get her a couple of things.
Little did I know how blessed we were going to be with family and friends reaching out from all over the country to help however they could. Christmas was beyond taken care of because of the generosity of others. I remember what my child’s 3rd grade teacher said to me, “Pay it forward, “I thought to myself, “She’s right.” My wife and I decided to give our neighbor a few presents for his child
and other goodies knowing that he wasn’t going to have very much. It felt so amazing to be able to help others in need after being so blessed ourselves. Pay it forward my friends. It’s an awesome feeling. Thank you, God for blessing me with great family and friends. Scott Wolf, Marshall
All this cost for what? How about an ATV/dirt bike park? To the Editor: How about an ATV /dirt bike park for this area? In reference to a recent article in the Battle Creek Enquirer , “ATV park breathes new life into old Ky. Mine,“ it sure would be great to have a place to ride in this area.
How about the land along I-94 east of Marshall or the land on Division near the compost center? This would be a great time for our so-called leaders to act like leaders for a change - federal, state, city and township. Step up to the plate.
Want to voice your opinion? Send letters electronically to chronicle@jasnetworks.net Letters should be 500 words or fewer. The ad-visor&chronicle reserves the right to edit letters for content, length, grammar and clarity.
Note: When I paid my property tax bill this month, I said to myself, “All this cost for what?” Allan Hayward, Calhoun County
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More sports images from 2013
Marshall’s Abbey Ufkes at the Michigan Center Relays at Ella Sharp Park in Jackson in August.
The “I’ve Got Your Backs” Football Camp returned last summer after a one year hiatus. Here, Kairh Alexander Gore of Marshall works on her tackling with Battle Creek Central and MSU grad Anthony Rashad White.
Marshall High School equestrian rider Maya Williams, aboard Gus. The MHS equestrian team claimed its 18th district title. Marshall running back Jerome Washington was named All- Division Honorable Mention.
Jessica Bush was one of eight Marshall swimmers to qualify for the state meet.
Marshall golfer Sammi Price was named the team’s MVP during a season that the team reached the state finals for an eighth straight season.
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Dillon DeBrabander was named the MHS Player of the Year, leading the team with 23 goals. He was also named to the All-Division Team.
Marshall wide receiver Landry Reynolds set the school record for receptions (55) in a season and was named All-Division 1st Team.
Quarterback Danny Welke was named the team’s MVP and was named All-Division 1st Team.
Anna Sitar reacts after qualifying for the state meet in the 100-yard breaststroke at the SMAC East meet in November.
Top photo: Freshman Cole Varvatos was named the MHS boys tennis team’s MVP. Bottom photo: Keegan Elliott.
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Kurt Swaton celebrates at the finish line at the regional meet after qualifying for the state meet by finishing12th with a time of 16:43.
Marshall volleyball player Heather Sell plays a shot at the net in October.
Grace Crawfoed was named the MHS volleyball team co-offensive MVP (Logan Kiessling) and was named to the All-Division 2nd Team.
Lauren Feasel was 17th at the regional meet, missing a spot at the state meet by two spots.
Left: Taylor Jungel walks off the court following Marshall’s defeat to Harper Creek in the first round of the district tournament. Right: Players and coach John Miller watch the final points in the district tournament.
Marshall senior soccer player Kyle Weck is consoled by teammate Kyle Richardson following the Redhawks’ 2-0 loss at Coldwater in the district tournament. Weck was named to the All-Division Team and was also the recipient of the MHS Redhawk Award.
MHS senior Bobby Owens sat out most of the second half of the season finale with a foot injury.
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The 12th Annual Nearly Naked Run took place Dec. 20 with temperatures in the low 30s.
Two area schools had deep post season runs in the football playoffs: Homer, above in orange, made it to the state semi-final before losing to Detroit Loyola, while Olivet, right, made it to the regional final.
Top photo: Monica Lubis, who was part of the MHS state team and recipient of the team coaches award. Bottom photo: Nina Hendler, who was part of the MHS state team was named the team’s most improved swimmer.
Marshall head football coach Jim Hendershot.
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