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Thursday, July 19, 2012

Board walks delicate path to animal control resolution NEWS BRIEFS Thornapple Manor open as cooling center Thornapple Manor, the Barry Countyowned long-term care facility, is again serving as a cooling station for seniors seeking relief from the heat this week.

Tuesday, July 17, through Sunday, July 22, the facility will be open to seniors who do not have adequate air conditioning in their homes.

The manor is at 2700 Nashville Road.

For more information, call 269-9452407.

Pacific Lite to play at fountain Pacific Trio minus one equals Pacific Lite, the duo of local musicians Gene Englerth and Joe LaJoye, which performs a variety of music with an emphasis on jazz. Pacific Lite will perform at the July 20 Fridays at the Fountain concert series.

All Fridays at the Fountain concerts start at noon and end at 1:30 p.m. and are held near the fountain on the Barry County Courthouse lawn.

Pacific Lite, with Englerth on keyboards and vocals, and LaJoye playing brass and also providing vocals, has played venues ranging from ballroom dances to jazz festivals and summer festivals all over Michigan and the Midwest.

Concert-goers are reminded to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. In the event of rain, the concert will be in the community room of Hastings City Bank, 150 W. Center St.

Southeastern staff hosting garage sale to benefit students Staff members at Southeastern Elementary School in Hastings are busy cleaning out closets and rummaging through attics, basements and garages in search of treasures to sell at their upcoming garage sale., which will be from 9 a.m., to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 26, at 1300 S. East St., Hastings.

The staff came up with the idea of a garage sale hoping to counteract the effects of this year’s slim budget on their students. Staff members said they see this sale as another opportunity for the community to support students and get some good deals on a large variety of items that are like new and in working condition.

All proceeds will directly benefit student education.

The free lunch program, for all children up to age 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Southeastern will be available that date, as usual.

by Doug VanderLaan Editor Though they took an important step in unanimously approving a recommendation for a new management structure of their animal control department, Barry County Commissioners found at their committee of the whole meeting Tuesday that there’s still some bark in the fight.

The nearly two-year scrap over how animal control and shelter issues should be handled came closer to resolution with the presentation

by Commission Chair Craig Stolsonburg of a plan to separate animal control enforcement and animal shelter functions.

Enforcement under the proposed plan would remain with the sheriff’s department and one full-time animal control officer as well as an existing full-time clerical position.

Shelter functions such as spaying, neutering, adoption, and euthanasia would be under the supervision of a new, full-time animal shelter director who would report to County Administrator Michael Brown. The new position would be funded, in part, by an existing animal control officer position which has been vacated and not replaced.

Stolsonburg also presented a job description for the new animal shelter director position which, on the commission’s vote, is to be forwarded to Mark Nottley of Municipal Consulting Services, LLC, for a review of job classification placement and recommended salary.

Tuesday’s bark, however, came when the commission was presented with an offer from the Barry County Humane Society to donate

$18,000 as a show of support for the proposed animal shelter operation. Attached to the offer, as presented by Humane Society Director Mary Fisher, were several conditions including input on the hiring of the new director, independence from the Animal Control Advisory Board, an onsite office for volunteers, and a commission commitment to return the operation to its original name, the Barry County Animal Shelter.

“We want a seat at the table,” said Fisher, reminding commissioners that, after the humane society gave $30,000 to help build a new animal shelter with no requests attached 12 year ago, a new sheriff administration changed its position on the use of volunteers.

“Now here we are, 12 years later, trying to get a place down there — we haven’t been welcome down there.

“Why didn’t you request it when you gave the $30,000, Mary?” challenged Commissioner Don Nevins.

“We should have, would have, could have,” replied Fisher. That’s why I’m here today. In hindsight, that’s what we should have done and I’m not here to play the heavy. $18,000 is a lot of money and we can help them run the shelter with volunteers but it has to be a buyin from the new person. That’s why we’d like to be a part of it, to be sure there’s going to be a relationship.”

It was that relationship, though, that made some commissioners uneasy.

“I would just like to say, before this all spins out of control, that the $18,000 is very commendable,” said Commission Joe Lyons. “I know you don’t mean it this way, but it

shouldn’t be held over anybody’s head to get your means. We need a director, we put them in place, and they’re in charge, they do what they think is best.”

Commissioner Dan Parker agreed.

“We’ve got to be careful that we don’t get the cart before the horse,” said Parker. “The new director cannot feel like they’re being micromanaged. If we get the director going, then I think that’s when the (humane society offer) ought to be done. It will be more palatable for them because they’ll feel like there’s this special interest group that’s going to be pushing my buttons. You don’t want that, they don’t want that, and we don’t want that.”

Prior to the vote to recommend the new management structure and the evaluation of the animal shelter director job description by the classification consultant, Commissioner Robert Houtman offered a clarification to the board.

“Now this will be evaluated,” he said in reference to the job description. “Assuming it’s approved, then we begin the recruitment process at which point we determine who the interview group is and any potential involvement of the humane society.”

Fisher provided agreement and an offer for the board to reconsider.

“I agree, we should wait, summed up Fisher. “We’ll come back and you can always say no and then it’s off the table, but we just wanted to make the offer.”

In other business, the board recommended approval of the following items at the Board of Commissioners meeting on July 24: • A $1,647 annual increase in the county’s

contribution toward the salary of the district court judge to align it with the compensation provided the probate and circuit judges under the Barry County Unified Trial Court arrangement.

• The purchase of 16 tasers, 30 holsters, 200 training cartridges, and 100 duty cartridges for road patrol officers at a total cost of $26,282.

Tasers currently being used are more than 10 years old and are becoming inoperable.

• The purchase of 16 data sheet printers for road patrol vehicles at a total cost of $18,595.

Printers currently being used are approaching lifetime maximums and do not interface with the e-ticket program in place at the courts.

• A contractual agreement with Eaton County to provide Level IV equalization services as required by Michigan law. The retirement of Equalization Director Karen Scarbrough left Barry County without equalization services and a lack of qualified Level IV candidates has created a critical void.

Funding for the contract will be provided through existing money set aside for the county’s use of Level III equalization services.

• Assent for a conceptual layout plan for the relocation of the MSU Extension Service from the courts and law building to the former library building. Commissioners also provided input on relocating a handicap access ramp to the front of the building. The board asked Robert VanPutten of the Landmark Design Group to return with a more detailed plan integrating the changes suggested and to begin work on a similar space study for the Courts & Law building.

Three days left to take in the Barry County Fair Area residents and guests, too, have three more days to visit the 160th Barry County Fair, which runs through Saturday, July 21.

The fair board is doing its best to keep visitors cool. Misting hoses are set up and running throughout the fairgrounds. Fans are running at top speed throughout the barns and exhibit areas. Some organizations are giving away bottled water or water by the cup and a cooling tent is set up to give visitors a break from the heat. Courtesy golf carts help fair-goers get from one end of the grounds to the other.

Parking is free every day. Admission for children ages 12 and younger also is free every day. Adult daily admission is $5 per day or $15 for a weekly pass.

There’s something for everyone at the fair — from livestock shows to grandstand auto shows and races, musical entertainment, mid-

way rides and games and lots of food.

Nightly grandstand activities include autocross tonight, motocross Friday, and demolition derby Saturday.

The birthing tent has been busy, too. From Tuesday evening to Wednesday morning, two litters of pigs, two lambs and one calf were born in the Miracle of Birth Tent. Chicks hatch daily, and several ducklings waddle about. More lambs and calves are expected to make their entrance to the world at the Barry County Fair.

The community tent is a source of free entertainment. Karaoke starts at 7 p.m. tonight. Friday night will bring the Country Music Jamboree at 7 p.m., featuring some local favorites, including Bushwacker and Friends, Bert Jones and Co., Dan and Dee Country Roots, and the Williams Family

Workshop designed to help smokers kick habit A workshop to help people quit smoking is planned for Thursday, July 26, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings.

Heather Sanders, health educator for the health department, said this free program is a no-pressure, one-time workshop that shows individuals how they can be smoke-free.

Included in the program are ways to make quitting easier with tips, information on medications, strategies and resources. RSVP by calling 517-5412691 or emailing hsanders@bedhd.org.

Anderson Collins, 3, and Parker Knoop, 5, from Caledonia enjoy some frozen treats Wednesday at the Barry County Fair. Their grandmother brought the two cousins to the fair for the afternoon.

Sage Winters (left) and Melia McCausey, both 8 years old from Hastings, enjoy a ride at the midway of Barry County Fair Wednesday.

Bluegrass band. Saturday evening brings the Taste of Barry County, followed by the 4-H dance to close out the week.

Youngsters have been busy with 4-H projects, livestock shows and contests.

The dairy and dairy feeder shows are today, along with the small animal auction. The large animal livestock sale is Friday, and the show of champions is Saturday morning. The Great 4-H Race returns for the second year Saturday afternoon.

4-H horse show competitions take place daily throughout the week.

New this year is the Great Lakes Timber Show with three daily programs located across from the Farm Bureau Tent.

Returning favorites will be the bingo tent, Barnyard Express, Miracle of Birth tent, Taste of Barry County and the antique tractor club displays, demonstrations and competitions.

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Barry Community Enrichment Center hosts open house

by David DeDecker Staff Writer The new Barry Community Enrichment Center held an open house July 14. More than 135 people attended the ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m., with many more stopping at the open house that continued through 4 p.m. The organizations and agencies housed within the center each had information tables and treats, along with raffles and give-aways. The Thornapple Jazz Orchestra entertained a crowd outside.

The newly renovated building, which the center calls home, was formerly the Hastings First Presbyterian Church. The Community Enrichment Center now brings together in one place access to assistance and support services, as well to the Barry Community Foundation, Community Action, United Way, Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation, Leadership Barry County, Family Support Center, CASA, Navigate, Thornapple Players and the Thornapple Arts Council.

Thornapple Arts Council Program Director Kellen Deau shows various desserts offered at the TAC information table.

President and CEO of the Barry Community Foundation Bonnie Hildreth began the celebration with a quote from late U.S. Senator Jack Kemp, “The power of one man or one woman doing the right thing for the right reason, and at the right time, is the greatest influence in our society.”

“Here we are,” said Hildreth, “with many women and men — the leaders of our com-

The parking lot next to the Barry Community Enrichment Center is home to many booths sporting games and prizes during the center’s open house Saturday.

The Thornapple Jazz Orchestra attracts a crowd just outside the Barry Community Enrichment Center’s open house in Leason Sharpe Hall. munity — believing in this concept of an enrichment center, a place where residents of all ages may experience the arts, from performances to galleries of individual talents; a place where the most vulnerable residents may come to find assistance from mentors, emergency funding to assistance with state and federal filings; a place where students can come to find assistance while trying to figure out how they can access the secondary education necessary to provide for a sustainable wage for their future; where young people can find volunteers and mentors that will help them gain the life skills to be a productive, happy and healthy member of our community; a place where residents of all ages can learn what it means to be a leader, a true leader that understands it is not about what you get, but what you give back; and a place where people who

desire to give back can find their opportunity to make a sustainable difference that will continue, for good, for ever.

“This is our day to celebrate this incredible dream come true,” she said. “Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.

“This day would not be possible without a committed, incredibly talented and thoughtful community leaders who believe in the mission that the Barry Community Foundation will serve as a leader, catalyst and resource to improve the lives of the people in the Barry County area by promoting charitable giving and the creation of permanently endowed funds, now and for future generations.”

For more information on the Barry Community Enrichment Center, call 269-9450526, or stop in at 231 S. Broadway in Hastings.

Civil War re-enactment set for July 21 and 22

Soldiers in blue and gray will fill Historic Charlton Park this weekend.

History will come alive Saturday, July 21, and Sunday, July 22, at Historic Charlton Park during the Civil War muster, with hundreds of re-enactors depicting Confederate and Union infantry, cavalry and artillery units.

Residents can be a part of the history — 150 years later — as America enters the second year of the Civil War with authentic battles in High Meadows and the village that allows guests to see and understand the fierce clashes between the blue and gray. Visitors also can shop on Sutler Row, play parlor games, watch a fashion show, see military demonstrations, participate in the country barn dance and enjoy the candle lantern tour in the evening.

Visitors are encouraged to talk with the reenactors in their Civil War-era clothing and

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see their authentic camp Event hours are Saturday 9 a.m. to dusk and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Battles will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

Saturday at 7:30 p.m. will be the start of a barn dance, followed by a candlelight tour at 9 and cannon night firing over the river at 10 p.m.

A full schedule of events is planned both days. Food vendors will be on site. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids 5 to 12 years, 4 and under are free.

Charlton Park is located between Hastings and Nashville, just off M-79. For more information, call 269- 945-3775, visit www.charltonpark.org or search Historic Charlton Park on Facebook.

American Legion needs new uniforms Candidate debates scheduled

Commercial Bank Community President Tim Kelly (right) and marketing representative Jill Beardsley present a $250 check to Jim Gross of the Hastings American Legion Post 45. The post’s volunteer honor guard participates in more than 30 funerals a year, parades and county military dedications and presentations. The post’s honor guard consists of 21 veterans, and they need new uniforms. Post 45 is asking for community support to purchase the new uniforms. Each set of summer/winter uniforms costs approximately $420. The post’s fundraising goal is $8,500. For more information, call 269-945-4973. Donations may be mailed to American Legion Post 45, PO Box 152, Hastings 49058. (Note it as a donation to honor guard uniforms.)

As the Aug. 7 primary election nears, J-Ad Graphics Inc. will sponsor two candidate debates in races of countywide, high-profile interest.

Thursday, July 26, the race for county prosecutor will be highlighted by a debate between current Barry County Prosecutor Tom Evans and his opponent, former prosecutor Julie NakfoorPratt. The debate will be at the Commission on Aging building at 320 W. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings and will begin at 7:30 p.m. It will be moderated

by Hastings attorney, Bob Byington.

Tuesday, July 31, a debate between current Chief Deputy Register of Deeds Barbara Hurless and challengers Jake Jelsema and Linda Watson also will be at the Commission on Aging building, beginning at 7 p.m.

Possible future candidate forums may yet be scheduled. Stay informed with your copies of the Banner and the Reminder.

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Dawn Patrol attracts variety of planes Saturday

Members of the local Civil Air Patrol were on hand July 14 to answer questions and sign up volunteers. Civil Air Patrol volunteers participate in searches and rescues, disaster relief, humanitarian services with the Red Cross, support mission for the U.S. Air Force and counterdrug operations. Volunteers as young as 12 can become involved with Civil Air Patrol.

Visitor walk among the 65 planes which flew into Hastings for the annual Dawn Patrol July 14.

Old and new aircraft share the runway at this year’s annual Hastings Flying Association Dawn Patrol. The Gyroplane, manufactured in Hastings, taxis out past a 1941 Stearman biplane. The Stearman was used to train 60,000 pilots for World War II. More than 65 planes fly in to the annual Hastings/Barry County Airport Dawn Patrol event organized by the Hastings Flying Association. The event was sponsored by Bosley Pharmacy and Patten Monument.

Planes are not the only stars at the annual Dawn Patrol. Antique cars, such as these two 1956 Ford station wagons, attract many interested visitors.

The Hastings/Barry County Airport attracts a large crowd Saturday, July 14. The Hastings Flying Association served more than 400 pancake breakfasts. Proceeds of the event will help make improvements to the airport facilities.

Photos by David DeDecker

Flying in from Fremont, this threequarter scale replica of the British Scout Experimental No. 5 biplane hand-built by the pilot was a hit with the crowd, especially when the pilot fired off the wingmounted model Lewis machine gun, making a rat-a-tat-tat sound. The SE5 appeared on the Western Front of World War I in 1917.

This 1957 T-34 Navy Trainer from Battle Creek was a crowd-pleaser.

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The 1941 Stearman biplane attracts curious visitors at the Dawn Patrol breakfast. With a seven-cylinder rotary engine, the plane has a unique sound.

Historically, the Stearman was used after World War II as a crop duster, aerobatics performer and sport plane. Many of the 10,000 Stearmans which were manufactured are still flying.

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Dawn Patrol event highlights airport progress

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Last weekend, more than 65 planes landed at the Hastings airport to take part in the annual Dawn Patrol. Since its inception, this special event has always been held on a Sunday, but, in the hopes of increasing traffic, this year’s event was moved to this past Saturday.

According to John Mantle of the Hastings Flying Association, this year’s event was the most successful Dawn Patrol ever. The event drew large crowds and served more than 400 pancake breakfasts, raising over $2,400 and providing 56 plane rides, raising over $1,600 for airport operations.

In an opinion column last year, I supported the Hastings/Barry County Airport manager Mark Noteboom’s request to the Barry County Board of Commissioners and Hastings City Council members for a proposal to work with a local donor in generating enough money to make the airport self-supporting within five years.

Two years previously, Barry County voters had rejected a proposal to make the airport self-supporting within 10 years.

The special millage would have generated $182,783 for airport maintenance, operations and improvements by giving the airport enough money so that city and county governments could eventually end their yearly operational support.

I felt then that the millage was a reasonable request because airport officials put together a sound business plan with enough new revenues to support improvements necessary to generate the capital needed to fund its operations.

After that millage defeat, Noteboom approached commissioners.

“An anonymous donor is willing to work with the airport board to make the facility self-supporting,” reported Noteboom. “The special donor and airport officials have put together a five-year plan to make it possible.

“The donor has already put up money to fund a jet fueling station and is willing to

MooVille’s Freddy the pig knows how to stay cool in hot weather. Mud helps keeps pigs cool and protects them from sunburn. He seems unphased by the sun and the attention. (Photo by Bonnie Mattson)

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donate a 48-by-48-foot hangar, which will bring in another $700 a month in new revenue,” said Noteboom. “Right now, we have plans and approvals to go ahead with a five-box hangar which will bring in another $7,000 to $8,000 per month.”

The donor was willing to continue support as long as the city and county governments maintained their yearly operational support until the airport was on firm financial footing.

For years, the airport has been considered one of the best airfields in the state for communities of our size, and our community has been recognized as a “fine example of civic cooperation and enterprise for developing the airfield,” according to George Cushing of WJR Radio, who attended the airport’s ribbon cutting opening more than 64 years ago.

Over the years, the airport has seen steady growth, which was celebrated June 23, 1990, when the airport took a giant step forward with the dedication of the new Earl McMullin Airport Administration Building.

The new terminal was part of a plan developed back in 1982, calling for a series of enhancements and upgrades at the airport by extending the runway, adding taxiways, a new apron and runway lighting.

Through local support, the airport has proven a valuable asset to our community, and it continues to grow and become a factor in the area’s business and industrial growth. I applaud Mr. Noteboom and the anonymous donor for their competence in making a plan work which, Noteboom recently reported to the county commission, is now even ahead of its five-year plan toward self sufficiency.

It just shows what can be accomplished when public organizations work together for the common good with a strong business plan while attracting public and private funding.

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Growing old has never much bothered she becomes to anyone who meets her, Pauline Puttbrese. Somehow, she’s been Pauline Puttbrese is truly one of Barry able to make every year more interesting County’s “bright lights.” than the previous, including this, her 99th, when she went downtown to get her first tatGreatest city to visit: Paris ... for the histoo, a pink rose on her thigh. tory, the way they live, the wine.

“I wanted one for more than 10 years,” Famous person I’d like to be: Liz Taylor she quips of her ‘peekaboo,’ which she kept ... good looks, big diamonds. Not too intellisecret for two months from staff at her apart- gent — but I never was, either. ment in Woodlawn Meadows assisted living Advice I’d give a young person today: complex in Hastings, for fear that she might No credit cards. be asked to leave.

Best advice I ever received: I never got One would be hard pressed to ask Pauline much. to leave even a conversation. A world travelFavorite author: I wouldn’t dare tell er who’s visited more than 90 countries, she you. It’s Danielle Steel, but that doesn’t can hold a visitor spellbound with stories of show my intelligence. the doctor who saved her husband’s life in Greatest travel destination: The Taj Iraq or the night she pilfered an anti- Mahal.

Eisenhower poster from a construction site fence in Paris.

Before she and Mr. Puttbrese headed on their worldwide travels, Pauline helped raise three children, each of whom, she proudly points out today, has been married to his or her spouse for more than 60 years. It was her children who “drug me up” from her home in Bradenton, Fla., so Pauline could be nearer to them in Grand Rapids, Portage, and Charlotte — but she has no unkind words for Hastings.

Old age is difficult, Pauline concedes, because everyone around her, including family, has died. Even in difficulty, though, her brightness shines through in her humor.

“My son tells me to ‘just make new friends,’ and I do,” says Pauline, “then my new friends die.”

For the encouragePauline Puttbrese shows the anti-Eisenhower poster she ment she provides removed from a fence in Paris in 1952. others, for the friend

Pauline Puttbrese Greatest travel memory: We spent one day at Carnival in Rio. It was rough, but colorful.

Person I most admire: Dr. Serkis, the doctor in Baghdad who helped my husband and who came to the airport at 5 a.m. to see us off.

Greatest world leader: [Former President Bill] Clinton. He didn’t have any morals, but he had a brain.

My political affiliation: I’m not a Republican or a Democrat. I just vote for the best-looking guy.

When I grow up, I want to be: I’m already growed up.

Secret to a long life: Gin and genes — and I don’t mean blue jeans.

My Saturday night date: Lawrence Welk.

Best thing about Barry County: I like the tattoo shop.

Each week, the Banner profiles a person who makes Barry County shine. We’ll provide a quick peek each week at some of Barry County’s stars. Do you know someone who should be featured? Send information to Newsroom Hastings Banner, 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058; or email news@j-adgraphics.com.

Another great example of working together for the common good of the community happened Saturday, when the new community center, supported by the Barry Community Foundation, moved into its new facility.

I served on the community foundation board for several years and can remember discussing the benefits of bringing the community’s nonprofits together under one roof.

The ribbon was cut Saturday morning to celebrate the new home for several community agencies that are housed in the newly remodeled former First Presbyterian Church on the corner of South Broadway and Church Street. The agencies include Barry Community Foundation, Thornapple Arts Council, United Way, Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation, CASA, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Leadership Barry County and the Youth Advisory Council.

This is another great story of community cooperation as these agencies settle in to the more than 160-year-old building repurposed to house these community organizations and serve the community for many years to come. Saving the beautiful building that is considered one of the oldest churches in Hastings makes it even more special.

The first church was completed in 1853 after what was characterized as “much prayer, discussion and hard work.” The one-room structure was completed that summer. Over the years, the beautiful Colonial-style structure had been added on to handle the expansion and needs of a growing church.

Last year, church members moved into their new multi-million facility on M-37 just north of Hastings. The new facility features a larger worship area with modern sound and audio capability, a town hallstyle gathering place, gym and fellowship

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hall, youth center and space for Noah’s Ark Preschool, plus Sunday school rooms.

Finding a suitable use for the old structure was very important to many of the church members. There was a lot of concern that the church would end up being torn town to accommodate additional parking in the downtown area.

So often these days, we don’t take into consideration how important old buildings are to the character of a community. As people pass through town, this beautiful old structure adds so much to the beauty of the downtown.

The church has a great history, which now will be protected for generations as a community center. When church members use the facility in the future, it will bring back many memories of the past — growing up attending church, weddings, funerals, dinners and numerous community functions. In fact, as I think about it, the church, the Leason Sharpe Hall and grounds were a community center all along; the only difference is that it has new occupants.

Community partners have all moved in, much of the inside decorating is completed, and there are even more plans for this special facility. In the coming months, you will hear more about the Dennison Performing Arts Center, a new parking lot and additional renovation.

Even in all the years that it was a house of worship, First Presbyterian Church was also always a community center, hosting plays, musicals, service club activities and special events. Now it has officially become a community center — a project that was a big one to complete, but one that will continue to grow into a community asset of which we can all be proud.

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Track record should help decide prosecutors race

IURP RXU UHDGHUV Redistricting gives residents a new candidate To the editor: For the past four years, Prairieville Township has been represented on the Barry County Board of Commission by Robert Houtman. Bob is someone we have known for over 40 years — long before he became our county commissioner.

As a result of redistricting, following the federal census, Bob will no longer represent our township. The new district includes Barry and Hope townships, as well as Precinct 1 of Rutland Township. Based on his steady and fair performance as our county commissioner, the citizens of the new District 3 are fortunate

to be able to vote for Bob and to gain the benefit of his 11 years of experience as a county commissioner in the state of Michigan.

Bob is hard-working, frugal, dedicated, understands government, listens to others’ points of view, is a true servant of the people, has the time and loves to do a thorough job and works well for the good of mankind and, more importantly, is honest.

Bob is a rare find. We highly recommend you cast your vote for Robert Houtman Aug. 7.

Richard and Gwendolyn Michel, Plainwell

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Know Your Legislators: Michigan Legislature Governor Rick Snyder, Republican, P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Mich. 48909. Phone (517) 373-3400.

State Senator Rick Jones, Republican, 24th District (Allegan, Barry and Eaton counties). Michigan State Senate, State Capitol, Farnum Building Room 915, 125 West Allegan Street, Lansing, MI 48909-7536. Send mail to P. O. Box 30036, Lansing, MI, 48909. Phone: (517) 373-3447. E-mail: senrjones@senate.michigan.gov State Representative Mike Callton, Republican, 87th District (All of Barry County), Michigan House of Representatives, N-1191 House Office Building, Lansing, MI 48933. Phone (517) 373-0842. e-mail: mikecallton@house.mi.gov U.S. Congress Justin Amash, Republican, 3rd District (All of Barry County), 1714 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515-2203, phone (202) 225-3831, fax (202) 2255144. District office: Room 166, Federal Building, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 451-8383.

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Carl Levin, Democrat, Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510, phone (202) 224-6221. District office: 110 Michigan Ave., Federal Building, Room 134, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49503, phone (616) 456-2531.

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To the editor: As the Aug. 7 primary vote approaches I have been talking to friends and neighbors about why I am supporting Julie Nakfoor Pratt for prosecutor.

Recently, I spoke with a gentleman who said he was supporting our current prosecutor because he is active in local organizations and seems to be a nice guy. You can be a nice guy and not necessarily be good at your job.

Politicians tend to make themselves very active within their local communities by shaking hands, kissing babies, etc. I do not want a politician in the prosecutor’s office. I want someone who is going to uphold the law and seek out justice for victims.

We have read too many stories that detail the lack of compassion and justice for victims of crime in Barry County. Victims of domestic violence and assault want answers from our prosecutor, not avoidance. Just imagine how you would feel if that victim was your wife, daughter, mother, son, or other family member.

Recently, a local attorney did an investiga-

tion of the prosecutor’s office and the compliance rate with filing deadlines. This attorney then filed a motion with the circuit court containing his stunning findings. The prosecuting attorney’s office for Barry County was not filing notices in a timely manner in many instances. In fact, Judge Amy McDowell sanctioned the prosecutor’s office and in her order she stated that the prosecutor, habitually violates Michigan law.

As a result, it would appear that no one can receive justice in Barry County – not the victims or the accused.

We also have read a lot about specific cases and alleged blunders that have been made by the prosecutor’s office. However, it is difficult to figure out actual statistics because Tom Evans has control over the numbers that are distributed to the public. One of my favorite quotes about statistics is, “An unsophisticated forecaster uses statistics as a drunken man uses lamp-posts - for support rather than for illumination.” If you read the statistics Tom Evans is using to promote himself, it appears that he is using Julie’s 10 months as the Barry

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To the editor: We have just returned from the open house at the Barry Community Enrichment Center in Hastings. As members of the local community and members of the Presbyterian church, we wish to congratulate everyone who envisioned what our former church building could be used for. It truly has been turned into a very useful building for the community and the county.

Appreciation and thanks go to all who gave money, time, and labor and shared their talents to make this become what it is today. The possibilities are endless and to see what is planned for a theater in the former sanctuary is amazing. The citizens of the area will have many opportunities to use areas of this building for help and for their enrichment.

Thanks again to all who have supported this and will continue to support this project.

Dave and Jane Arnold, Hastings

Linda Watson will find solutions To the editor: Change isn’t easy for most people, but change can be beneficial.

Linda Watson, a life-time Hastings resident, would be a great asset to the Barry County Courthouse staff. Linda is well-qualified and has had much experience, as she is a licensed appraiser, licensed residential contractor, licensed real estate broker and a licensed realtor. She has many professional and trade affiliations, such as a member of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, Leadership Barry County, Barry County United Way Board, Hastings Airport Commission, Hastings Planning Commis-sion, Hastings City Council, Barry/Eaton MLS Committee, and Barry/Eaton Board of Realtors.

She is a lady of integrity, has great work ethics and is a people person. She is very analytical and will find solutions to every situation.

Please join me and vote for Linda Watson as the new register of deeds.

Andi Schmidt/Curves Hastings

Ted DeVries is our choice To the editor: For the past several years, the administration of Prairieville Township has been dramatically enhanced. A badly outdated computer system has been replaced. Fiscal accounting procedures produce exemplary audits. A much needed reassessment of all properties has now been completed fairly and competently. The current Board conducts meetings that are transparent and encourage input and participation by our residents.

Ted DeVries has been a contributor to this turnaround. As assistant clerk, he has gained on-the-job experience learning the many complex duties and responsibilities carried out in the clerk’s office. Ted also eagerly embraced all training opportunities that became available to him through professional township organizations. So, this is a man who – on the day he takes office – is up to date with all current Township business and possesses the skills and competencies to make the transition in the clerk’s office a seamless one.

In addition, we have found Ted DeVries to be approachable. This is a person who listens to all points of view to formulating a response. Finally, he has that old fashioned work ethic. Ted already has a reputation for working behind regular office hours and for attending meetings where his presence is not required. Some folks call that job dedication.

Trained.

Competent. Approachable, Dedicated. Please join us on August 7 and voted for Ted. DeVries.

Mary Meagher & John Hoek, Delton

To the editor: Residents of Barry, Hope, and Precinct 1 of Rutland townships comprise the newly formed county commission District 3.

Bob Houtman is an incumbent candidate seeking the vote for commissioner from this new district.

During his time as representative for Prairieville Township, we knew him as dedicated, capable, honest and the most levelheaded member of the commission in his han-

County prosecutor versus her 20-plus years as a prosecutor (in Allegan and Barry counties).

Julie has a proven record as a successful trial law attorney.

It is been my privilege to work closely with Julie and her committee during this election. A few weeks ago, one of our committee members was verbally attacked by Tom Evans for her support of Julie. Politics aside, I do not want a playground bully as the chief law enforcement officer in my county.

I have known Julie for over 20 years. She is a compassionate person who truly wants justice to prevail for everyone; the accused as well as the victim. Julie is a very honest person. You might not like what she has to say, however, she will say it anyway. She will restore justice in Barry County.

I hope you will join me in voting for Julie Aug. 7.

Kristen Cove, Middleville

dling of many tough issues, The leadership that defines Bob is exceptional. So keep Bob working for your interests and those of Barry County by sending him back to the commission to continue to work hard for you as he has done for our township and district. Vote for Commissioner Bob Houtman in the Republican Primary Tuesday, Aug. 7.

Ken and JoAnn Eddy, Prairieville Township

Ballot initiative to ban fracking continues campaign The Committee to Ban Fracking in Michigan, a citizen-led ballot question group collecting signatures to amend the Michigan State Constitution to ban horizontal hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, will continue collecting signatures over the next four months for a 2014 ballot initiative. The committee has collected approximately 21,000 signatures.

“We understood that our goal to collect the required number of signatures in only two months to get it on the ballot for the 2012 election was ambitious,” said LuAnne Kozma, campaign director. “But we also knew that the urgency of the frack attack on Michigan that people would act to circulate and sign the petition as they become aware of the issue and discover that their communities are about to be fracked.”

The committee started with a small group of people and is growing exponentially, with hundreds new people volunteering to circulate petitions in the last few weeks than in the beginning weeks of the campaign, said Kozma.

Petitions are available for signing in Middleville at Thornapple Floral and Gift Shop, Above and Beyond Hair Salon and Hart Animal Hospital, all businesses located on M-37.

“As a grassroots movement of people building signature by signature and circulator by circulator, we are the largest, on-theground force in the state working to ban fracking,” she said. “Continuing the signature-gathering campaign into November in the new 180-day time frame will keep the ban-fracking issue before voters and candidates into this year’s campaign season.”

The committee received approval of its petition format from the board of state canvassers

in April. In addition to banning horizontal hydraulic fracturing, the proposed amendment would ban the storage of wastes from horizontal hydraulic fracturing, preventing Michigan from becoming a frack wasteland. Michigan has over 1,000 injection wells and more than 12,000 conventional gas and oil wells that could be converted for that purpose.

Michigan is the only state in the nation where citizens are attempting to ban fracking by amendment to a state constitution.

Vermont’s legislature acted on May 4 and with the governor’s approval, became the first state to ban fracking. Michigan’s citizen effort has the support of Vermont legislators Tony Klein and Peter Peltz who sponsored the Vermont ban bill.

“It was clear in Vermont the dangers of fracking to our natural resources,” said Klein.

“In Vermont, our natural resources are our number one priority, so it was not a difficult thing to prohibit fracking forever. It passed overwhelmingly. We encourage all states, when they have the chance to do so, to ban this dangerous technique.”

The State of Michigan auctioned off mineral rights in 23 Michigan counties on May 8 in Lansing, including the rights under the 23,000-plus-acre Yankee Springs State Recreation Area and highly populated areas in Oakland County. Residents attempting to save their communities attended the auction, registered as bidders and tried, but failed, to purchase the mineral rights to the areas around Yankee Springs. Greater awareness of the sale of state-owned land led people in Barry County to organize, hold meetings and join the amendment initiative campaign.

The campaign website is http://letsbanfracking.org.

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GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 E. M-79 Highway, Nashville, MI 49073. Pastor Don Roscoe, (517) 852-9228.

Morning Celebration 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Fellowship Time before the service.

Nursery, children’s ministry, youth group, adult small group ministry, leadership training.

SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH OF DELTON 7025 Milo Rd., P.O. Box 408, (corner of Milo Rd. & S. M-43), Delton, MI 49046. Pastor Roger Claypool, (517) 204-9390. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Nursery and Children’s Ministry.

Thursday night Bible study and prayer time 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1716 North Broadway. Rev. Timm Oyer, Pastor. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Evening Service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Service 7 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 309 E. Woodlawn, Hastings. Dan Currie, Sr. Pastor; Josh Maurer, Youth Pastor. Sunday Services: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages,10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service: Jr. Youth Group 5-7 p.m. & Sr. High Youth Group 7-9 p.m.. Wednesday, Family Night 6:30 p.m., Awana, Bible Study, Praise and Prayer. Call Church Office 948-8004 for information on MOPS, Children’s Choir, Sports Ministries.

WOODLAND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. Main, Woodland, MI 48897 • (269) 367-4061. Pastor Gary Simmons. Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m.

PLEASANTVIEW FAMILY CHURCH 2601 Lacey Road, Dowling, MI 49050. Pastor, Steve Olmstead.

(616) 758-3021 church phone.

Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m.; Sunday School 11 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m.; Bible Study & Prayer Time Wednesday nights 6:30 p.m.

WELCOME CORNERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 3185 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Susan D. Olsen.

Phone 945-2654. Worship Services: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10:45 a.m.

ST. ROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH 805 S. Jefferson. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Confession Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m.

ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Nashville. Rev. Richard Altine, Pastor. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings. Mass Sunday at 9:30 a.m. .

WOODGROVE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN PARISH 4887 Coats Grove Rd. Pastor Randall Bertrand. Wheelchair accessible and elevator. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Time 10:30 a.m. Youth activities: call for information.

QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 East. P.O. Box 63, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Rev. Bryce Feighner. (616) 945-9392. Sunday Worship 11:15 a.m.

GRACE BRETHREN BIBLE CHURCH 600 Powell Road, Hastings. Pastor Bob Wilson. Church Phone 269948-2330. Pastor’s Home 269-9454356. bjw1633@sbcglobal.net.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Worship Service 10:45 a.m.; Sunday Evening 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m.

LIFEGATE COMMUNITY CHURCH 301 E. State Rd., P.O. Box 273, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Scott Price.

Phone: 269-948-0900.

Website: www.lifegatecc.com. Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Wednesday Life Group 6:30 p.m.

NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH OF GOD 502 E. Bond St., Hastings. Pastor J.C. Crank cordially invites you to come worship with us each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and Tuesday evening Bible study 6 p.m. with Rev. Calvon Kidder. Interested in knowing more about our church? Please feel welcome to call one of these numbers.

Pastor Crank 269-979-8618; (313) 610-5730 or; Ed Blankenship (Local) 269-945-3327.

ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled church. Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange, Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd., Nashville, Mich. 49073. Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girls ages 4-12. Pastors David and Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 616731-5194 .

ORANGEVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6921 Marsh Rd., 2 miles south of Gun Lake, Plainwell. Phone 269664-4377. OrangevilleBaptist.org.

Pastors Dan Bowman and Adam Parmenter. Sundays - 9:45-10:45 a.m. Sunday school classes for age 2 through adults; 11 a.m. Summer messages: “God’s Ten Words For a Vital Spiritual Life” (The Ten Commandments); 5:30 p.m. Teen Word of Life Club; 6 p.m. “Guard the Gospel” A study of 2 Timothy.

Wednesdays - 7 p.m. prayer; 8:30 p.m. Men’s Bible Study. MondayFriday - July 9-13 - 9:30 a.m.-noon, Vacation Bible School, age 5-7th grade with Uncle Al Torres - RBM Minstries. Sunday, July 15 - Guest speaker, Dr. Eldon Stevens. Sunday, August 19 - Summer concert.

CHURCH OF CHRIST 541 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings.

Pastor Collin Pinkston. Phone 269945-2938. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

COUNTRY CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9275 S. M-37 Hwy., Dowling, MI 49050. Rev. Ryan Wieland. Sundays - 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Contemporary Service; Sunday School and Nursery available during both services (Summer Schedule - Adult Sunday School: 9 a.m., Worship & Children’s Programs 10 a.m.) Youth Group, Covenant Prayer, Choir, Chimes, Praise Band, Quilting Group, Community Breakfasts and more! Call the church office at (269) 721-8077 (M/W/F 9 a.m.-12 p.m.), e-mail office@mei.net or visit www.countrychapelumc.org <http://www.countrychapelumc.org/> for more information SAINTS ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Rd. (in Irving).

Sunday services each week: 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer (Holy Communion the 2nd Sunday of each month at this service), 10 a.m. Holy Communion (each week). The Rector of Ss. Andrew & Matthias is Rt. Rev. David T. Hustwick. The church phone number is 269-7952370 and the rectory number is 269948-9327. Our church website is http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. We are part of the Diocese of the Great Lakes which is in communion with The United Episcopal Church of North America and use the 1928 Book of Common Prayer at all our services.

HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-37 South at M-79, Rev. Richard Moore, Pastor. Church phone 269945-4995. Church Website: www. hopeum.org. Church Fax No.: 269818-0007. Church SecretaryTreasurer, Linda Belson. Office hours, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am to 2 pm. Sunday Morning: 9:30 am Sunday School; 10:45 am Morning Worship; Sr. Hi. Youth 5 to 7 p.m.; Sunday evening service 6 pm; SonShine Preschool (ages 3 & 4) (September thru May), Tues., Thurs. from 9-11:30 am, 12-2:30 pm; Tuesday 9 am Men’s Bible Study at the church.

Wednesday 6 pm - Pioneers (meal served) (October thru May).

Wednesday 6 pm - Jr. High Youth (meal served) (October thru May).

Wednesday 7 pm - Prayer Meeting.

Thursday 9:30 am - Women’s Bible Study.

HASTINGS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 209 W. Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058. Pastor Don Spachman. Office Phone (269) 945-9574. Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to noon. Sunday morning worship hours: 9:15 Contemporary Worship, 10:30 a.m.

Refreshments, 11 a.m. Traditional Worship. 5th Sunday Worship at 10 a.m. Sunday School for PreK-5th and Nursery Care (infants through age 4) is available during both worship services. Share the Light Soup Kitchen serves a free meal every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

HASTINGS FREE METHODIST CHURCH 2635 North M-43 Highway, Hastings. Telephone 269-945-9121.

Pastor Daniel Graybill, Pastor Brian Teed, and Youth Pastor, Eric Gillespie. Sunday: Nursery and toddler (birth through age 3) care provided. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. for children and youth, and a variety of classes for adults. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Junior Church, 4 years through 4th grade dismissed prior to offering. Junior & Senior High Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Mid-Week Pioneers and adult classes return in September. Thursday: Senior Adult Bible Study at 10 a.m. and lunch at Wendy’s, 11:30 a.m. Vacation Bible School: Wed. & Thurs., July 25 & 26, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Discover God’s Grace with us!

Holy Communion Every Sunday!

Sunday, July 22 - Worship Service at 8 and 10 a.m. July 22 - Men’s Alcoholics Anonymous 7 p.m. July 23 - Spiritual Alcoholics Anonymous 7:30 p.m. Location: 239 E. North St., Hastings, 269-945-9414 or 9452645, fax 269-945-2698. Pastor Amy Luckey. http://www.discover-grace.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 405 N. M-37, Hastings, MI 49058.

(269) 945-5463. Rev. Dr. Jeff Garrison, Pastor. Sunday Services: 8:55 a.m. Traditional Worship Service; 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Nursery and Children’s Worship available during both services. Visit us online at www.firstchurchhastings.org and our web log for sermons at: http://hastingspresbyterian.blogspot.com.

Friday - 9 a.m. Golfer’s Group Meets; 9 a.m. Pickleball. Saturday 8 a.m. FPC Golf Outing HCC; 10:30 a.m. Praise Team. Sunday - 12 p.m.

Summer Youth Group Meeting Algonquin Lake. Monday - 7 p.m.

Knit Wits. Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.

Softball - Cheney Field.

COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 502 East Grand, Hastings; Floyd Hughes, Pastor; Myron Huebner, Music. Sunday Services: 10 a.m., Sunday School (all ages); 11 a.m.

Worship Service; 6 p.m. Evening Service; 7 p.m. Thursday, Bible Study and Prayer. Call 269-948-2673 for additional information.

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MIDDLEVILLE, MI - Richard Merle Count (known by his friends as Dick), age 79, of Middleville, departed from his earthly home on Tuesday, July 10, 2012.

He was born March 15, 1933 to Merle and Agnes (Foote) Count. In his early childhood, he lived in Delton, moving to Clarksville, around 1943. In 1951, he graduated from Saranac High School. He took up residence in Yankee Springs where he lived his entire adult life.

He was married to Patricia Willson and had two daughters, Debra (Bernard) Nagel and Rebecca (Phillip) Wenger.

He dedicated 33 years of service to the Kroger and A & P Food Stores before his retirement in l983. He then turned his attention to ferrier's school where he became licensed and dedicated the next 14 years of his life working as a blacksmith and farrier.

He officially retired from employment in March of 1998.

Throughout his life, Richard enjoyed his family, friends, horses, gardening and dogs.

In retirement, he enjoyed sewing, embroidery and quilting, creating many gifts for others.

As a labor of love, he made each of his family members a quilt in the last two years of his life.

He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, encouraging mischief and laughter in all of their endeavors.

Richard is survived by his daughters; grandchildren, John and Jason (Lisa) Nagel, Shanda (Matt) Bender, Brooke (Tom) Holmes, Tyler (Stephanie) Wenger, Tessa Wenger; adopted grandson, Greg Lopus; and seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by his three sisters, Jean (Charlie) Cook, Janet Erb, Judy Count, and sister-inlaw, Carolyn Count.

Those who departed before him include his parents; brother, Lyle Count; grandson, Travis Wenger; and brother-in-law, Carl Erb. In celebration of Richard’s life, a service was held at the Middleville United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 14, 2012. A horse drawn procession took Richard to his final resting place at Coman Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Travis Wenger Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Barry Community Foundation, 629 West State Street, Hastings, MI 49508.

Arrangements made by Beeler-Gores Funeral Home in Middleville. Please visit www.beelergoresfuneral.com to view Richard's memory page and sign his online register book.

Dec. 9, 1948-Dec. 14, 2011 - Tom Bortak was born in Detroit, Dec. 9, 1948, the fourth child of Anne and Michael C. Bortak.

At age two, the family moved to Hastings, where Tom grew up in a pleasant small town.

He played varsity basketball until a knee injury. He was drafted immediately after high school and served his country honorably in the Army in Germany and Vietnam while his brother served in Fort Dix. After Vietnam, he bought a VW and roamed the western U.S. and spent a summer working in Boise, ID and hiking in the Sawtooths.

Eventually he returned to Michigan, graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in civil engineering. He worked in material testing in Michigan but longed to return to the West. He took a job with the Bureau of Interior inspecting Grand Coulee then Parker Dam. In the 80s he worked on the Central Arizona project bringing Colorado water to central Arizona becoming one of the top engineers in the project. When the project was completed he transferred to the Dept. of Interior's Denver office where he became a specialist in protective coatings and ran the initial lab. He took a great deal of pride in his organization and time management. His 30 year career ended abruptly when he suffered a ruptured aortic abdominal aneurysm in May 2007. Tom enjoyed his work above all.

He enjoyed reading, historic, military and diplomatic books, golf, football, hockey and traveling. His health was fragile but stable for the past two years. Being a bachelor, Tom came to Boise, ID as his health issues required close family. He shared his life for a year with his niece Amanda; her daughter Genevieve and her dog Yukon as he recovered. Then he was able to live independently for another year and a half. He died peacefully at a local hospital.

His parents and older brother, Michael J. preceded him in death.

He is survived by two sisters, Carole Lamet (Daniel) of Boise and Natalie Wickham (Ronald) of Foster City, CA; nieces, Julia Willis, Amanda Lamet, Karen Wickham and nephews Daniel (Verna) Lamet V; Nick Lamet; David Wickham and John Michael (Amanda) Bortak.

A joint memorial mass was said for Tom Bortak and Anne Bortak Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Sacred Heart Church (Latah & Cassia).

In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to the Wounded Warrior’s Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org).

Pam S. Patten HASTINGS, MI - Pam S. Patten, age 60, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012.

She was born April 8, 1952, at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, to Robert and Doreen Sherman.

She attended and graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1970. She also graduated from Wright Beauty Academy in 1972, followed by graduating at the top of her class as a corrections officer from the Lansing Criminal Justice Program. She recently retired from Hospital Purchasing services after 27 years.

She married Jerry Patten on April 13, 1990.

She was very talented and enjoyed making many different crafts for those she loved. Her true love was taking pictures of others. She could always be seen with a camera in her hand, often times making her loved ones repose to "do that again." She was loved by many, had a truly kind soul, and would help anyone in need.

Pam was preceded in death by her father in 1965, and many other family and friends.

She is survived by daughter and son, Kori and Marc Zimmerman of Hastings; mother, Doreen Sherman of Nashville; sister, Linda and George James of Hastings; sister, Darla and Tom Cady of Nashville; niece, Linsey and Toni Jacinto of Hastings; niece, Casey and Matt Gergen of Hastings; and nephew Robert Cady of Nashville. Also, special friends, Sharon Zimmerman and Judy Jacinto along with many other family and friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the West Michigan Down Syndrome Association or the Barry County Humane Society.

Funeral services were held on Friday, July 13, 2012 at the Girrbach Funeral Home.

There was a luncheon immediately following the funeral at the Nashville VFW. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home.

Please visit our website at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memory or message to the family.

NASHVILLE, MI- Charles Franklin Hoffman (Thumper), age 46, of Nashville, passed away July 16, 2012 at his residence.

He was born September 6, 1965, the son of the Dorrance and Dorothy (Leonard) Hoffman. Chuck attended Hastings High School, receiving his GED in 1989.

He loved music and started off playing music with his family. Chuck worked for Stephenson and Lawyer in Grand Rapids and then Nelson Metal Products. He then went to a truck driving trade school. Chuck worked for Consumers Concrete, Wayland Concrete and Hills Pet Nutrition.

Chuck and Brenda were married on April 21, 1990. Together they shared the love of riding Harley motorcycles. Chuck loved working on cars, riding motorcycles and music. He enjoyed time spent with friends and family. First and foremost his family and grandson always came first.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Dorrance Hoffman, Sr. and Dorothy (Leonard) Hoffman.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Hoffman of Nashville; daughter, Dacia (Caleb) of Sunfield; sons, Danny (Tiffany) of Hastings, Creedence (Alicia) of Nashville; grandson, Brody; brother, Dorrance L. (Mary) Hoffman II and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family of Chuck Hoffman to help cover final expenses (c/o Girrbach Funeral Home, Inc.).

Visitation will be held Friday, July 20, 2012 from 12 until 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home, 328 S. Broadway, Hastings.

A memorial service will follow visitation, beginning at 2 p.m.

Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, Inc., please visit our website at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memory or message for the family.

Donald Wayne Huskin B A T T L E CREEK, MI Donald Wayne Huskin, age 80, of Battle Creek, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2012 at Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, FL. He was born November 16, 1931 in Battle Creek, the son of James Pleasant and Mildred (Snyder) Huskin. He married Cathy (Lewis) Waller on July 4, 1993 on Gull Lake.

Don served in the United States Air Force as an Airman 3rd Class. He retired from General Foods after 41 years of service. He was a 32 degree Mason with the Shriner’s, member of the American Legion and Bayside Men's Club and Yacht Club. He loved boating and hunting. Don enjoyed building boats, eight total, with the last one being Lady Gull Diva where he was the captain.

He is survived by his wife, Cathy Huskin; children, Jan (Scott) Richard, Don (Annette) Huskin, and Angie (Chad) Dockter; sister, Margaret Quinn; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; former wife, Betty Barney; treasured friend, Charlie Grasser; and his best canine daughter, Millie.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Lyn Huskin; and siblings, Irene Packham and Jim Huskin.

Visitation will be held Monday, July 23, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service.

Funeral services will be held Monday, July 23, 2012 at 12 p.m. at the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service with Pastor James Codde officiating. Burial will be at the Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta.

Memorial tributes may be made to the Humane Society or Hope Hospice.

Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes.

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Newborn Babies Fischer David Haight, born at Metro Health Hospital on June 22, 2012 at 7:12 p.m. to Brad and Nickie (Greenfield) Haight of Hastings. Weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. and 22 inches long. ***** Brynn Nacole, born at Pennock Hospital on June 29, 2012 at 12:29 a.m. to Jordan Greenhoe and Scott Hostetler of Clarksville.

Weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Jayliana Kaye, born at Pennock Hospital on July 3, 2012 at 1:53 a.m. to Brittany Mitchell and Jason Mitchell of Battle Creek. Weighing 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and 19 1/2 inches long. ***** Brennan Scott, born at Pennock Hospital on July 2, 2012 at 7:10 a.m. to Anastasia and Scott Denton of Hastings. Weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Taylor Elizabeth, born at Pennock Hospital on July 1, 2012 at 11:03 p.m. to Travis and Sarah Buehler of Middleville. Weighing 8 lbs.

9 ozs. and 20 inches long. ***** Sophia Marie, born at Pennock Hospital on July 2, 2012 at 7 p.m. to Nicole Hertel and Gary Spicer of Hastings. Weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and 20 inches long.

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HASTINGS, MI - Thelma Maude (Kidder) Treat of Hastings, passed away July 13, 2012 at Thornapple Manor with her family by her side. She was 86 years old. Thelma was born April 13, 1926 in the Freeport area. Thelma had congestive heart failure and diabetes for many years. Thelma’s hurt is gone, she is in peace now.

She married Clifford Treat, Sr. on December 13, 1941. They were married for 61 years.

Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Treat Sr.; son, Donald Treat; grandson, Tim Benedic; seven sisters, Bell Joy, Virginia Harrett, Beulah Potter, Leatha Wilkens, Mable Martz, Evelyn McNaughton, Wynette Jenson; six brothers, George Kidder, William Kidder (twins), Warren Kidder, Bryron Kidder Jay Kidder, and Harry Kidder.

Thelma is survived by a son, Clifford C. Treat Jr. of Hastings; a daughter, Susan Sines of Hastings; grandsons, Jeff Bates and Kathy of Hastings, Bob Sines and Teresa of Hastings, Breck Sines; granddaughter, Heather Moral of California and many great grandchildren; sister, Lucy Kracher of Freeport; two brothers, Kelly Kidder of Lowell, Herman and Fedricia Kidder of Maine and many nieces and nephews.

Thelma was the daughter of the late Warren and Nellie (Tewxbury) Kidder. She was one of 17 children. She attended school at Woodschool House. Thelma was a caring and loving mother and wife. She enjoyed helping and doing things for her family. She worked eight years at Middleville Engineering, belonged to the VFW in Freeport, and the Moose in Hastings. Thelma enjoyed yard sales, she enjoyed buying things for other, mushrooming, and reading.

She loved her yard and flowers.

A special thank you to all the special people at Thornapple Manor, Tendercare, Dr. Wildern, Dr. Merriman, Barry Community Hospice and Pennock Hospital.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

A visitation and funeral service was held Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Pastor Roger Claypool officiated the service. Interment followed the service at Irving Township Cemetery.

Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, Inc., please visit our website at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memory or message to the family.

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SARASOTA, FL - Joan Nadene Baulch of Sarasota, FL passed away on June 29, 2012.

Joan was born in Ann Arbor on February 23, 1930, the only child of Bernard and Nellie McPharlin of Hastings. She grew up in Hastings before marrying George Baulch, also of Hastings. She settled with him in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, where she and her husband worked for the Arabian American Oil Company, raised a small family, and traveled widely. In 1986 she moved to Sarasota, FL, where she resided until succumbing to cancer. Her life was marked by a love of wildlife and nature, a passion for travel and learning, and most of all her dedication to her family.

She is survived by her son, Garth Baulch; daughter-in-law, Evangeline Baulch; and granddaughters, Lydia and Madeline Baulch.

Joan’s life will be celebrated at a memorial service at the First Presbyterian Church of Hastings, 405 North M-37 Highway, Hastings, MI 49058 at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, 2012. Pastor Jeff Garrison will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation (One Intrepid Square, West 46th St. and 12th Ave., New York, NY 10036; www.alzinfo.org/donate).

HASTINGS, MI - Judy Marie Martinez, age 62, of Hastings passed away on July 10, 2012 at Lifespan Hospice in Battle Creek.

She was born March 14, 1950, in Napoleon, Ohio, the daughter of Santos Martinez Sr. and Guadalupe (Melchor) DeLaCerda. Judy attended Hamler High School in Hamler, Ohio, graduating in 1968.

She worked for ten years as a secretary/receptionist for Barry County Mental Health, retiring in May, 2012. Judy enjoyed quilting and knitting in her spare time.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father.

Judy is survived by John M. Bycroft, her companion of 28 years; her brothers, Eliseo Martinez or Waterville, Ohio; Benito (Alice) Martinez of Maumee, Ohio; Santos (Gloria) Martinez Jr. of Bradner, Ohio; and Frankie (Rachel) Martinez of Katy, Texas; and her sisters: Feliz (Jack) Rodeheaver of Galion, Ohio; Profiria (Manuel) Leal of Fostoria, Ohio; Pauline Gann of Cleveland, Ohio; and Maria C. Martinez of Fostoria, Ohio; as well as 18 nephews and nieces and 13 great nephews and nieces.

A funeral mass was held Saturday, July 14, 2012 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 805 S. Jefferson Street in Hastings.

In lieu of flowers the family requests the following memorial contributions: American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division, Inc., Attn: Memorial and Tribute Gifts, 1755 Abbey Road, East Lansing, MI 48823.

Barry Community Hospice, 450 Meadow Run, Suite 200, Hastings, MI 49058.

Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, please visit our website at www.girrbach funeralhome.net to sign the online guest book or to leave a memory or message to the family.

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enjoying great grandchildren. She formed a wonderful relationship with Helen Taylor who took her on outings. She had a dog to pet and a cat to ward off with her cane. She enjoyed hours watching birds in the garden.

She spent the last 15 months of her life at Heritage Assisted Living with wonderful, caring staff who made her last months loving and comfortable.

Her husband Michael C. and son Michael J., sisters Natalie, Helen and Jenny preceded her in death. She died a week before her son, Thomas Bortak.

She is survived by daughters, Carole (Daniel) Lamet and Natalie (Ron) Wickham; granddaughters, Amanda Lamet, Julia Willis and Karen Wickham and grandsons Daniel (Verna) Lamet V, Nick Lamet, David Wickham and John Michael (Amanda) Bortak and great grandchildren, Sarah, Jessica, Daniel, Genevieve, Layla and newly arrived Rhyan.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Vincent De Paul, (13217 W. Overland Rd., Boise, ID 83705) or the Learning Lab (3081 E. 36th St., Garden City, 837174). A memorial mass was held January 14, 2012 at Sacred Heart, Latah and Cassia.

NASHVILLE, MI Jeffrey L. Noteboom, age 58, of Nashville, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 12, 2012 at his home.

Jeffrey was born in Battle Creek, on May 24, 1954, the son of Larry Noteboom and Joyce (Gripe) White.

He was raised in the Delton area and attended Delton Schools.

In 1975, he was married to Debbie Hicks; together they had three children who survive.

Jeffrey worked in the building trades owning and operating Noteboom Concrete & Masonry for over 20 years before retiring in 2006.

He enjoyed being outside hunting, fishing, and camping with his family at Mud Lake Campground and playing with his dog Harley. Spending time with his beloved grandchildren was always something Jeffrey looked forward too. He also loved music, and especially enjoyed playing the banjo and his harmonica.

Jeffrey is survived by his beloved children, daughter, Rebecca Noteboom-Titus; sons Larry and Jacob Noteboom; his parents, Joyce and Clare White, and Larry Noteboom; his beloved grandchildren, Kodee Wolfe, Hailee Titus, Cyleigh Noteboom, Hannah Titus, Danyella Noteboom-Holden; nephews and niece, Branden and Amy Roscoe, and Tyler Noteboom.

He was preceded in death by his brother, David Noteboom and Sherry (Noteboom) Roscoe.

The family will receive visitors on Saturday July 21, 2012 from 4-6 p.m. at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville.

Funeral services were held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to either Hickory Corners Bible Church, Grace Community Church in Nashville, or Urbandale Baptist Church.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville.

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Anne slipped the bonds of this earth at age 97 following a long decline. She had a strong faith that guided her. Her sense of humor became prominent in her older years.

Born in Hamtramck, to Mary and John Luczka, she was the first child baptized in the new Catholic church of the community. Her older sister, Natalie, 7 years older, had been born near Lvov, Ukraine. Two other sisters followed in the next four years, Helen and Jenny.

Her neighborhood was composed of other immigrant families attracted by the new industry of automobiles. She described herself as multi-lingual in Ukrainian, German and Polish as a child. “I never knew we were poor because everyone else in the neighborhood lived as we did.” Her mother had a large backyard garden, peach tree and chickens and her father worked for Ford Motor Company.

She attended Detroit schools through high school.

As the Depression worsened and her father was laid off, all four sisters worked at any job they could find. Anne worked as a taxidancer for a few days, then as a housekeeper and nanny. Later she worked for Burroughs Adding Machine Company for several years.

She related these years as some of her happiest and maintained friendships from these days well into her 80s.

She met Michael Bortak, also the first-born in America. His parents emigrated from the Slovakian mountains. He became a mechanical engineer through General Motors training.

They married August 6, 1938. Four children were born 1942-1948. They were separated by his involvement on the Manhattan project and Oakridge during the war years.

In 1950, they moved to Hastings, and Michael worked in a manufacturing plant supporting the automotive industry, tool and die. Anne was skilled at the homemaking arts of sewing, cooking, canning and tutoring her children. As her family grew, she had more time to read and books and crossword puzzles became her passion. She also had a large music collection most of her life but became so hard of hearing that music passed out of her later years. In her 40s, she became an avid golfer, proud of two hole-in-ones and other trophies.

After her husband had a heart attack and several strokes over many years, he became bedridden. Anne nursed him at home for seven years. She stayed in Michigan until 1988 until shoveling the snow overwhelmed her. She followed her sister Helen to Sun City, AZ that year. She loved the heat, found new outlets in her Catholic community and lived there until 2006 when she needed more support.

Living in Boise, ID she grew to enjoy the company of her daughter and her family, getting to know her grandchildren as adults,

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by Elaine Garlock The Ionia Free Fair starts July 19 and runs through July 28. A place to visit is the antique village in the floral building on the banks of the Grand River. Ben and Karen Merchant are in charge. For added measure, they tend the floral exhibits. They have scheduled an activity for each evening, plus a full schedule the rest of the time. Tuesday afternoon will include a reception for rural school teachers and students, past and present. An educational sorority within the county will have all of its accumulation of information from the dozens of rural schools on display. There will be a display of antique vehicles outside.

Retired Lakewood educator Ben Merchant will be the man in charge. This is a cool place to sit and enjoy the scenery and the other visitors.

Saturday, July 28, Depot Day returns to the Lake Odessa museum complex. This year, the honorees on stage will be members of the Lions Club, past and present. The Janie Rodriguez award will be given by the village

Marti-Heckman Nicole Marti and Terry Heckman are happy to announce their engagement.

Nicole is a 1994 graduate of Hastings High School and is employed at Pennock Health Services as the Lifeline Coordinator.

Terry is a 1992 graduate of Kalamazoo Central and is the general manager at Great Lakes Chemical in Grand Rapids.

The couple will wed in Montego Bay, Jamaica in July 2012.

The couple will reside in Middleville.

president. Tickets for a raffle will be sold only on Saturday. The top prize is cash. Dancers and singers will entertain, and food will be available to purchase.

Anyone traveling on Cemetery Road, Eaton Highway, Woodland Road should take in the gorgeous flowers on the Wayne Hazel property, possibly five acres on the north side of Woodland Road and also the much larger tract of the same floral display on the south side. According to a neighbor, this is a result of a State of Michigan beautification project in which the homeowner assigns the use of the property to the state. In exchange, the state provides soil preparation, seeds and the planting. Everyone who passes by reaps the benefit. The flowers extend south from the road on the property line, which is near the Ron Enz land. The majority of blossoms are the typical yellow of rudbeckia with intermittent lavendar blossoms. It is even worth a drive to see them as a destination. It is near Faith Bible Church and bit east around the corner.

A memorial service was held on Saturday afternoon for Iris Clum of Eagle Point who died in Arizona in the spring. She had traveled extensively for several decades, starting with a trip to Mammoth Cave with primitive accommodations and progressing to plane and boat travel to far-flung places. Driving with a wide-brimmed hat in a convertible with the top down was great fun for this lady who had made her mark selling real estate and raising her three children, Nancy, Terri and Jack, with husband, Laverne.

The Lake Odessa Arts Commission has arranged a summer series of music events at the village park on Fourth Avenue. Each Thursday evening at 7 p.m., the sounds of Rock the Port are heard with a different band each week.

Allen and Mary (Hunt) Hamp of Leslie have been here in recent days to assist his mother.

Visiting the local cemetery is almost a daily chore for those who try to keep the flowers in family urns alive and growing. This summer has almost convinced many that the best route to go is to use artificial bouquets.

The 57th Alethian chicken barbecue dinner Friday was another success, with diners a plenty. A party at Morrison Lake was glad to buy all the leftover beans, slaw, potato salad and rolls, along with chicken for all the guests – big entertaining with no work.

The Thursday night soup suppers at Central United Methodist Church are back on schedule after organizer Leona Rayner and husband Charles Jr. were in Hawaii for the wedding of his daughter. The respite fare and child care continued during the two weeks’ absence of meals.

Daily vacation Bible school comes to Central United Methodist Church next week with classes starting Sunday, July 22, and continuing through Thursday, July 26. Hours are 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Public Land Auction

City of Hastings REQUEST FOR BIDS Sale of 1995 Ford F-800 Dump Truck The City of Hastings will accept bids for the sale of one (1) 1995 Ford F-800 Dump Truck. This vehicle will be sold as is, without warranty of any kind, and has approximately 71,000 miles on it. Arrangements to view this vehicle can be made by calling 945-2468 weekdays between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The City of Hastings reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to award the bid in a manner that the City deems to be in its best interest, price and other factors considered.

Bids will be received at the office of the Hastings City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 until 9:15 AM on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud.

The winning bid, if any, will be approved at the City Council meeting on August 13, 2012. Winning bidder must be prepared to take possession with certified funds between August 14 and August 17, 2012.

No formal bidding forms or documents are required, but all bids must be in writing and sealed. All sealed bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the bid package as follows: “SEALED BID – 1995 Ford F-800 Dump Truck”.

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The following County Treasurers will be offering tax-reverted real estate at public Auction on August 1st, 2012: Barry & Ionia.

The Auction will be held at The Barry County Commission on Aging, 320 West Woodlawn, Hastings, MI 49058.

Registration will begin at 11:00am, Auction will begin at 12:00pm.

Online bidding will be available via www.tax-sale.info.

For more information or for a list of the properties being sold, visit our website at www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470.

Sale listings are also available at your local County Treasurers Office.

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Are you a ‘hands-on’ investor?

The investment world can be complex — so you may not want to navigate it alone. But when it comes to getting professional advice, you certainly have an abundance of choices.

How can you know which approach is right for you?

The answer depends, to a large extent, on how you choose to work with a qualified financial advisor — someone with the training and experience to help you work toward your financial goals. When you work with a financial advisor, he or she will analyze your financial situation — your income, current assets, family status and short- and long-term investment goals, such as helping pay for your children’s (or grandchildren’s) college education and attaining a comfortable retirement.

You can choose different ways of working with a financial advisor — and a deciding factor may be how “hands on” you want to be with your investment strategy. To illustrate this concept, let’s look at two common ways investors interact with financial advisors: • Taking recommendations and making choices — After evaluating your financial situation, goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, your financial advisor can recommend appropriate investments. Over time, your financial advisor will communicate with you regularly to keep track of changes in your life and to suggest any changes you may need to make in your portfolio. Of course, you have the final say in accepting or rejecting these recommendations, which is why this method is considered a hands-on way to invest.

HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY SCHEDULE Thursday, July 19 — Pizza and Pages discusses Fahrenheit 451, 3:45 to 5 p.m.; Movie Memories goes fishing with “Mad about Men,” 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday, July 20 — preschool story time settles down for some “sweet dreams,” 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Monday, July 23 — “Dream Big, Read” summer reading program continues; computer class tackles “Where’s my stuff?” 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 24 — toddler story time flies with the owls, 10:30 to 11 a.m.; young chess tutoring class, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; open chess club, 6 to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, July 25 — summer reading learns all about dog obedience with 4-H, 2 to 3 p.m.

Call the Hastings Public Library for more information, 269-945-4263.

THE ORANGEVILLE TRANSFER STATION WILL BE CLOSED AUGUST 18, 2012 FOR ORANGEVILLE DAYS. TRANSFER STATION WILL BE OPEN ON AUGUST 25, 2012.

CITY OF HASTINGS REQUEST FOR BIDS

The City of Hastings is soliciting bids for the provision of one 2013 model 41000 GVW Work Truck for use by the Department of Public Services. Specifications are available from the Office of the City Clerk.

The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any irregularities in the bid proposals, and to award the bid as deemed to be in the City’s best interest, price and other factors considered.

Bids shall be clearly marked on the outside of the submittal package – “2013 Work Truck”.

Bids will be received at the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer, 201 East State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058 until 9:00 AM on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud.

Tim Girrbach Director of Public Services

• Investing through a managed account — In this situation, your financial advisor will help you create, implement and refine your long-term financial strategy, but the money managers will make the daily investment decisions, relying on a variety of criteria pertaining to your situation. For example, if your portfolio has become overweighted in a specific asset class, such as stocks or bonds, and is no longer aligned with your goals, it may automatically be brought back into balance.

So which method of investing is better for you? There’s really no one right answer for everyone. If you’re the sort of person who likes to make all your own decisions, then you might be better off following the handson approach with your financial advisor. On the other hand, if you are particularly busy and just don’t feel you have the time to be actively involved with day-to-day investment decisions, you might want to consider a managed account.

In any case, you’ll want to be comfortable with the method of investing that you’ve chosen. So do your homework beforehand.

Whether you’re interested in a hands-on relationship or a hands-off approach, you still need to interview several financial advisors to find one who has worked with people in your situation and who seems genuinely interested in helping you. During these interviews, make sure you understand everything related to working with a financial advisor — the fees involved, the way decisions will be communicated to you if you choose a managed account, and so on.

Deciding how you want to invest is your first step in working toward your financial

goals — so make the choice that’s right for you.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. If you have any questions, contact Mark D. Christensen at 269-945-3553.

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What a drag

by Dr. E. Kirsten Peters I swim laps at noon several times a week. I enjoy the water, and the gentle exercise is good for my aging joints.

Like other old ladies in the pool, I’m no speed demon. Even a bucketful of performance-enhancing drugs would not make me slice through the water quickly.

But like all the lap swimmers I know, slow or fast, I take an interest in Michael Phelps and the other American swimmers soon to compete in London in the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Phelps is famous for the eight gold medals he won during the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. Because he accomplishes so much, it’s natural to look for special explanations as to why he has dominated his sport. Focusing on some of his physical attributes doesn’t, of course, take anything away from the training to which he devotes himself as he prepares for competition. But it may well be that he has some natural advantages that help make him a superb swimmer.

Phelps is not a little fellow. He stands 6 foot, 4 inches. He has broad shoulders, and his arms measure 80 inches from fingertip to fingertip — a length greater than his height. That extra-wide wingspan is an advantage in swimming, a sport where much depends on arm strength and power.

Phelps also has size 14 feet, giving him natural flippers that complement his arm movement with a strong kick.

Recently, the Science 360 website had a story on the basic challenge all swimmers face: the drag that acts to slow a person’s movement through the water.

Thrust is the force that pushes a swimmer forward, while drag opposes that movement. For those of us who don’t swim quickly, drag isn’t really such a problem

(gasping for breath is my main challenge in the pool). But for elite swimmers, managing drag is one of the keys to winning races.

Folks like Phelps contend with three kinds of drag. First is frictional drag. The water immediately next to Phelps’ body moves with him in the forward direction, setting up frictional conflict with the water a bit farther from him that isn’t moving like that. Second is what’s called pressure drag. In front of Phelps’ head is a high-pressure zone created by his movement, while around his feet the water is at relatively low pressure. The differences in pressure oppose Phelps’ movement through the water. Finally, wave drag refers to the little “bow wave” that forms in front of a fast swimmer’s head. To move forward, a swimmer must move up and through that constant waveform.

Elite swimming is all about fine-tuning body movement to minimize drag and maximize thrust. Just as engineers design planes and sports cars to slice through the air quickly and easily, coaches try to help swimmers master the basics of fluid dynamics to zip from one end of the pool to the other.

I’ll be holding my breath for Phelps and the other American swimmers, hoping they can bring home a passel of Olympic medals.

Dr. E. Kirsten Peters, a native of the rural Northwest, was trained as a geologist at Princeton and Harvard universities.

Follow her online at rockdoc.wsu.edu and on Twitter @RockDocWSU. This column is a service of the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences at Washington State University.

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Barry County famous for thoroughbred livestock, part 2 The following article was published in the Sept. 21, 1911, Banner listing the top breeders of livestock in the county. Though it appeared as a regular newspaper article, it bears similarity to a marketing bulletin. ***** Swine In the old days pigs were just pigs and anything like a pedigree for a hog, or any intimation that it was worthwhile to pay any attention to the breeding of swine, would have been ridiculed. “Isn’t a hog just a hog?” would have been the inquiry.

But we know more about the subject now, and we are coming to understand that it’s worth a farmer’s while, well worth it, to study the breeding of swine. Barry County can boast of as fine thoroughbred swine as can be found in this or any other country. And, we are having the proof of that fact brought home to us in a very tangible manner.

Warnie Kelsey Warnie Kelsey of Carlton, address Hastings, Route 5, has been a breeder of Duroc Jerseys for a few years back and has been perfecting his herd until he is now able to show some fine breeding animals as registered Duroc, with pedigrees that show them to represent the highest strains of that breed.

Good bone, quick growth, and the ability to take on flesh profitably is characteristic of the Duroc Jerseys. Mr. Kelsey will exhibit at the fair, and you will have an opportunity to see what a fine type of Duroc he has to offer. He usually has young stock of this breed to sell.

See him or write him if interested.

W.H. Schantz For some time, Mr. Schantz has been a breeder of registered Berkshire swine. He has records from his own experience that show the very profitable qualities of the Berkshires.

Mr. Schantz is not content with “well enough”. He wants the best. And the Ohio farm papers report his attendance at Berkshire sales held in that state this fall and that he was one of the best customers for the best types of Berkshires offered. He has a fine herd, but proposes to improve them. He is shipping registered Berkshires for long distances, but from the way he goes at it, he is sure to be a leader in breeding this popular variety of swine. He also is a breeder of thoroughbred Shropshire sheep. He sold two of his yearling rams last week, but has eight more to offer.

Gilbert D. Scott Gilbert D. Scott, address Quimby, Route 1, Citizens phone from Hastings, is a breeder of OIC [Ohio Inproved Chesters] swine, and is winning a wide reputation as a breeder of that justly celebrated type of swine. Stock from this pens won first and second prizes, also the grand championship, at the Michigan State Fair for the last two years, against competitors from a dozen other states. That shows that Mr. Scott started right and that he is right in his methods of breeding OICs. He has stock to sell and will exhibit at the fair week after next. He will be glad to have anyone visit his breeding pens, or to answer any inquiries by letter or phone.

H.C. Helrigle H.C. Helrigle, whose address is Middleville, and who has a phone from the Middleville exchange, is a breeder of Duroc Jersey swine. His pens represent the best strains of his favorite variety of profit-paying swine. He will be pleased to receive a visit from you, or to answer correspondence or telephone calls, if you are interested. He has two fine Duroc Jersey boars for sale, also several young pigs, all registered thoroughbred stock. Mr. Helrigle owns the C. Schondelmayer flock of Standard Bred Barred Plymouth Rocks, which captured the prizes at the leading Michigan poultry shows.

He has some sock for sale.

Kennedy and Martin If you noticed the Banner front window this week, you observed the remarkable number of prizes won by Kennedy and Martin, proprietors of the Tyron Herd of Poland Chinas at the West Michigan Fair at Grand Rapids. What they didn’t take in the Poland China class wasn’t worth considering. The aim of Kenney and Martin is to breed the large, growthy type of Poland Chinas that yield big money to the farmer. It is not surprising that they captured the premiums when the breeding of their herd is considered. They also are breeders of registered Cotswold sheep of the highest breeding. They will be glad to see or to correspond with anyone who may be interested in Poland China swine or Cotswold sheep. Their address is Hastings,

Route 5, and they have a Citizens phone from Hastings.

Otto B. Schulze For years Otto B. Schulze, of Nashville, has been engaged in the breeding of O.I.C. thoroughbred swine. He has a national reputation as a breeder of this stock. People visit his pens from all over Michigan as well as from other states. His hogs have captured first prizes and medals from Michigan and West Michigan state fairs, as well as in New York, Pennsylvania and other states. He has spring pigs, fall pigs and 11-months-old gilts for sale. We mentioned in the Banner of last week that Mr. Schulze had sold 24 of his O.I.C. pigs to Iowa parties for $803, and he sold them in competition with breeders from all over the country. With patient German thoroughness Mr. Schulze has made a study of the O.I.C., and developed a type that is of the greatest profit to the grower.

Walter Beach For many years, Walter Beach has been a breeder of Poland Chinas, and has a fine herd of thoroughbred Poland Chinas now. He selected this breed because its good points appealed to him, and he has sought in every way to improve his herd and has done so. In 1909 he captured the sweepstaked prize on Poland Chinas at the Barry County Fair and has taken other premiums on them at our county fairs, also. He is a thorough farmer, and has an eye to the business end of farming, and that induced him to select the Poland Chinas for his farm, and he is able to show any man that it has paid him well. Mr. Beach also owns Deck, a fine Percheron stallion, sired by Mistral. Deck has carried off first prize at the Barry County fairs in his class.

Mr. Beach lives in Johnstown. His post office is Dowling, and he has a phone from Banfield.

C.U. Edmonds Whatever Carey Edmonds does as a farmer, you may know he has the best of reasons for doing and that he does it because it pays to do it. When he selected Duroc Jersey swine as the proper breed for him, he did so after thorough investigation. He has stuck to this breed for years because experience has confirmed his judgment as to their merits. He has spent much time and money to get the best strains of Duroc breeding, and has a herd to be proud of. He has just had the Banner print him a fine catalogue in which he tells of the breeding of his Durocs. He also is a breeder of Delaine Merinos, and is able to show the best of reasons why they are the profitable sheep for the farmer. You can reach him by Citizens phone.

His farm is eight miles south of this city. T. Johnston is the manager. His address is Hastings Route 4. He will be glad to have you call and see his Durocs or the Delaine Merinos.

W.L. Pennock W.L. Pennock has for many years been a breeder or Poland China swine. Those who know Mr. Pennock fully understand that what he does as a farmer he does well and does thoroughly. He has bred and shipped to all parts of this and other states registered Poland Chinas from his large and highly bred herd.

Prolific strain and good bone are the characteristic qualities of Poland Chinas.

Longfellow and Perfection King strains are at the head of his herd, and he has a herd to be proud of. He will gladly show them to you, or answer any inquiries by letter or phone. His farm is two miles south of this city. His address is Hastings Route 6, and he has a Citizens phone from Hastings. ***** Sheep For many years increasing attention has been given to sheep-raising in Barry County, and the idea has been to systematically improve the flocks, and this has been accomplished in a marked degree. Although the price of wool has been depressed for the past two years, owing to the tariff agitation, it has been discovered that in spite of this, a flock of sheep on the farm adapted to its size and ability to produce pasture and feed is a very profitable farm asset. You no longer see the little runty sheep, good neither for wool nor mutton, that were common years ago. Instead you find the sheep of large size, prolific producers of a profitable fleece that bring up the scale arm at a very substantial figure when it is time to sell the animal as mutton.

Bert Newland If you are interested in raising sheep for profit, you will be interested in the Hampshire sheep, for they have no superior for wool and

mutton. Bert Newland’s address is Shultz Route 1, residence Section 32, Rutland, and he has a Citizens phone from Hastings. He is a methodical farmer, and he knows what his sheep are doing for him, and can give you facts and figures as to their production of wool and mutton that will thoroughly convince you of their value to the farmer who desires to have the balance on the profit side of the account with his flock. He has stock to sell, and will be glad to show his shee or to answer any inquiries by letter or telephone.

P.T. Colgrove Mr. Colgrove is a breeder of thoroughbred Shropshire sheep. He has a large farm, runs it on a business basis and it pays him handsomely. A good flock of pure blood Shrop sheep is an important feature of his farming proposition. He is raising these sheep for his own farm purposes. He keeps an accurate book account with his flock, and is able to give any inquirer the benefit of his experience in the raising of thoroughbred Shrop sheep.

He considers the Shropshire the best type of sheep for the farmer.

Chas. Hall and Son Chas. Hall and Son, whose farm is three miles south of this city, whose address is Hastings, Route 4, and whose telephone num-

ber is 120-1L-2S, from Hastings Citizens Exchange, gives special attention to their fine flock of Improved Shropshire sheep, all registered thoroughbreds. Their flock is from the famous Hambner, Ontario, stock farm which is the largest importers of Shropshires, and whose proprietors have given special attention to developing an improved Shropshire type that would be especially adapted to our northern climate, would be prolific breeders and yield handsomely in both wool and mutton. The Hambner people have succeeded remarkably in their efforts and Messrs. Hall and Son have the choicest product from the Hambner Stock farm. Messrs. Hall and Son have eight yearling rams to sell which weigh from 175 to 200 pounds each.

Harry L. Mayo Harry L. Mayo resides in Assyria has a Citizens phone from Nashville, gets mail on Nashville RFD, is known far and wide as a sheep breeder. His specialties are thoroughbred American Merino and Von Homeyer Rambouillette sheep, and he has registered stock to sell with the highest breeding, as their pedigrees will show. He will exhibit his sheep at the Barry County Fair, and will be glad to have you see them or to answer correspondence or telephone calls regarding them.

Mr. Mayo is not only an enthusiastic breeder of pure-blood stock, but he is also a live-wire as an up-to-date farmer, and has no kick coming on farming as a business. He is also an enthusiastic promoter of the Barry County Fair and will this year have charge of the swine exhibit at our fair and expects it will be far superior to any in the history of the fair.

He was born in Section 34 Maple Grove, Sept. 11, 1859, and has lived there or on Section 3, Assyria, just across the line, all his life.

L.M. Campbell L.M. Campbell is a breeder of thoroughbred, registered Rambouillette sheep and always has some good ones to sell. He has spared neither pains nor expense in grading up his flock, and will be glad to have them inspected by any one who may be interested.

The Rambouillettes have come in to great favor in recent years because of their prolific breeding qualities, their excellence for mutton and their capacity for rapid growth and large size, also their wool growing qualities. Mr. Campbell will be very glad to show you his fine flock at his home, Section 18, Maple Grove, also to correspond or talk with you by phone. His address is Morgan, Route 1, and he has a Citizens phone from Nashville.

State News Roundup Kresge Foundation supports developing food hub network The Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems has been awarded a $450,000 grant by The Kresge Foundation to support CRFS in developing and providing leadership to a food hub network in Michigan over the next three years.

CRFS will engage food hubs – businesses or organizations that manage the aggregation, distribution and marketing of primarily local or regional food products – and regional and state leaders and organizations in the Michigan Food Hub Learning and Innovation Network. Participants will learn with food hub entrepreneurs from across Michigan and the nation to increase their capacity to profitably supply food to new markets, including those in areas with limited access to healthy, affordable foods.

The Kresge Foundation’s grant to CRFS augments the state’s $1.95 million Valueadded/Regional Food Systems grant program, administered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. A key partner in the Michigan Food Hub Learning and Innovation Network, MDARD recently announced the grant program and the availability of technical assistance to support food system infrastructure and healthy food access.

Findings from the network will be shared with the recently established National Good Food Network Food Hub Collaboration, which is working to ensure the success of food hubs throughout the United States. It will supply the Michigan network with technical assistance and information gathered from emerging and existing food hubs across the country.

Additional support for developing the Michigan Food Hub Learning and Innovation Network is provided by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Audit shows decrease in alcohol, drug involvement in crashes The 2011 Michigan Drunk Driving Audit shows declines in alcohol- and drug-related crashes, fatalities and injuries.

Overall, deaths resulting from alcohol and/or drug-related crashes decreased by 10.6 percent, from 357 in 2010 to 319 in 2011, while injuries fell from 6,175 to 6,086. Drug involvement in traffic fatalities fell almost 17 percent, from 153 deaths in 2010 to 127 in 2011, while alcohol involvement declined 3 percent, from 283 to 274. In many cases, deaths involved both alcohol and drugs and are counted in each category.

Prior to 2011’s decrease, drug-involved traffic fatalities had increased by nearly 30 percent over the past five years. As part of an effort to address this issue, Michigan trained 15 drug recognition experts last year. DREs are trained to recognize signs of impairment in drivers under the influence of drugs other than, or in addition to, alcohol and to identify the category or categories of drugs causing the impairment. A second group of 13 officers completed training in 2012, and a third class is planned for 2013.

“Drug-involved deaths and injuries have been increasing across the country,” said Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue, director of the Michigan State Police. “Officers in Michigan will continue to receive advanced training to help them identify and arrest drunk and drugged drivers in an effort to make our roads safer.”

The Drunk Driving Audit is an annual report issued by the MSP Criminal Justice Information Center and is a collaborative effort between MSP and the Michigan Department of State.

In 2011, 37,540 alcohol and drug-related driving arrests were made. Male drivers were nearly three times as likely as female drivers

to be arrested for impaired driving, with 27,741 men arrested compared to 9,799 women. There were 37,431 persons convicted of operating under the influence of liquor or other impaired driving offenses. Some of these convictions include arrests made in prior years.

The 2011 Drunk Driving is available at www.michigan.gov/drunkdrivingaudit.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes new commander Lt. Col. Robert J. Ells assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, in a time-honored traditional Change of Command ceremony July 12.

As district engineer, Ells, along with the district’s more than 400 employees, oversees a more than $80 million program. “We accept with pride our role in protecting, maintaining and improving the Great Lakes — one of our nation’s most precious natural resources.”

The district’s area of responsibility includes all of Michigan and parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Indiana – a total area of 82,000 square miles of land with

4,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline.

Approximately 14 million people live within the district’s boundaries. The district maintains 611 miles of channels and 95 harbors including connecting channels on lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron, St. Clair and part of Lake Erie. Much of this work is carried out through four area offices located in Detroit, Grand Haven and Sault Ste. Marie, and in Duluth, Minn.

Supporting the Great Lakes navigation system, the Detroit district, established in 1841, investigates, plans, designs, constructs, operates and maintains congressionally authorized water resource projects related to navigation, flood control, hydropower production and recreation. The district also provides support to tribal nations, international organizations and other federal, state, and local government agencies. As a steward of the environment the Detroit district exercises regulatory authority over wetlands adjacent to navigable waterways and completes ecosystem restoration projects throughout the region.

Ells recently served as assistant operations officer, engineer squadron commander and executive officer of the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta at Fort Bragg, N.C. He assumes command from Lt. Col. Michael C. Derosier, who served the district well for the past two years and will move on to serve at the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works.

RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF ORDINANCE SUBMITTAL TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a proposed Ordinance #2012-142 appended hereto was introduced for first reading by the Rutland Charter Township Board at its July 11, 2012 meeting.

This proposed ordinance will be considered for adoption by the Township Board at its next regular meeting on August 8, 2012 commencing at 7:30 p.m. at the Rutland Charter Township Hall.

Rutland Charter Township Clerk will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days' notice to Rutland Charter Township. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township.

RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP BOARD Rutland Charter Township Hall 2461 Heath Road Hastings, MI 49058 Telephone: (269) 948-2194 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF RUTLAND BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN ORDINANCE # 2012-142 (PROPOSED) Amendment to the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Map ADOPTED: __________ EFFECTIVE: _________ An Ordinance to amend the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance by the rezoning of the subject parcel located in Land Section 14 within the Township from the "C-3", General Business District zoning classification to the “MU”, Mixed Use District zoning classification; and to repeal all Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith.

The Charter Township of Rutland Barry County, Michigan ORDAINS SECTION I Rezoning of Properties in Land Section 14 The Zoning Map as incorporated by reference in the Rutland Charter Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended by rezoning from the "C-3", General Business District zoning classification to the “MU”, Mixed Use District zoning classification the following described properties in Land Section 14, Parcel # 08-13-014-045-00: RUTLAND TWP W 5 A OF; S 10 A E 1/2 OF S E 1/4 NW 1/4 SEC 14-3-9 ALSO COM AT W 1/4 POST SEC 14 TH S 88 DEG 51' 43" E 1959.27 FT FOR POB TH N 00 DEG 04' 38" E 233 FT TH S 88 DEG 51' 43" E 11.5 FT TH S 00 DEG 04' 38" W 233 FT TH N 88 DEG 51' 43" W 11.5 FT TO POB SECTION II Severability The provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable, and if any part of are declared invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction it shall not affect the remainder of the Ordinance, which shall continue in full force and effect.

SECTION III Repeal of Conflicting Ordinances All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed.

SECTION IV Effective Date This Ordinance shall take effect eight (8) days after publication of the Notice of Adoption by the Township Board.

Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Charter Township of Rutland 77569453

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Pierce Cedar Creek Institute reschedules fundraiser Pierce Cedar Creek Institute’s only major fundraising event, A Midsummer Night’s Green, has been rescheduled from July 28 to Saturday, Sept. 15. Community attendance and participation will help Pierce Cedar Creek Institute sustain its mission of environmental education, research, preservation and appreciation, said Executive Director Michelle Skedgell.

The decision to change the annual fundraiser’s date was tough, she added.

“After hearing from many people who came to the event last year who said they will be on vacation this year, and noticing some key conflicts with other planned events in the community, plus a light response, to date, for RSVPs, it was the best decision for the institute to reschedule,” said Skedgell in a press release issued July 16. “Summer is a prime time of the year for vacationing. Moving this

important event to the fall seemed to be a better fit for people’s schedules.”

The event will remain the same. Guests will enjoy a strolling dinner, wine from a local winery and light musical entertainment. Minor changes to the menu will occur to incorporate seasonal food items. A private wine tasting will be from 5 to 6 p.m. for wines not be available later in the evening.

A Midsummer Night’s Green will officially begin at 6 p.m. and continue until 9 p.m. A silent auction will take place during the first part of the night. More than 80 unique items will be up for auction, including handmade birdhouses, woodworked items and specialty wines. Later in the evening, a live auction will contain some get-away packages.

Tickets are available online at www.cedarcreekinstitute.org or by calling 269-721-4190.

Emergency electric shut-off assistance available The Barry County United Way has received a Vulnerable Household Warmth Fund Grant for heat and electric utility shutoff assistance for Barry County residents.

This grant can provide financial assistance to low-income households on winter payment plans that utility shut-off notices from Nov. 1, 2011, through March 31 of this year.

To qualify for financial assistance, applications must be submitted to the State Emergency Relief Assistance at Department of Human Services. Whether an approval or denial is determined by DHS, applicants should call the Barry County United Way for an initial intake.

Once prequalified, the following documents will be needed: DHS decision notice, utility shut-off notice, income verification documents, Social Security cards for all household members, driver’s licenses or photo

identification, court custody papers, if applicable, proof of home ownership or rental lease agreement, and receipt of client co-payment.

If an applicant is not in possession of one or more of the documents, information on how to obtain them will be provided.

Household income must be under the amount listed for the size of the household to qualify. Dollar amounts provided are gauged at 60 percent of actual median income: one person, $27,720; two people, $31,680; three people, $35,640; four people, $39,600; or five people, $42.780.

“As the only United Way in the state to receive these funds, we are working hard to get them distributed to households that qualify,” says Lani Forbes, executive director, Barry County United Way. To date, more than 79 households have been

“As the only United Way in the state to receive these funds, we are working hard to get them distributed to households that qualify.”

Lani Forbes, executive director, Barry County United Way assisted with these grant dollars.

Call the Barry County United Way office, 269-945-4010, to qualify.

LEGAL NOTICES THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. MORTGAGE SALE--Default has been made in the conditions of a Mortgage made by CHRISTINE R. VANKAMPEN, a single woman, Mortgagor, to NPB MORTGAGE, LLC, Mortgagee, dated June 10, 2002, and recorded June 20, 2002, Instrument Number 1082541, of Barry County Records, Michigan, which mortgage was assigned by mesne assignments to First National Acceptance Company, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this notice $11,946.71, including interest at 11.95% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to the statutes of the State of Michigan, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public auction to the highest bidder, on Thursday, August 9, 2012, at 1 o’clock in the afternoon, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, Michigan. Said premises are situated in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Beginning 310.57 feet North of the NW corner of Lot 9 of Sam Bravata Plat; thence West 170.96 feet; thence North 00 degrees 33’ West 127.25 feet along the West line of the property described in the deed recorded in Liber 244, Page 407; thence South 67 degrees 39’ East (previously described as South 65 degrees 55’ East) 168 feet; thence South 70 degrees 06’47” East (previously described as South 68 degrees 23 minutes East) 17.86 feet; thence South 57.30 feet to the place of beginning.; c/k/a 4726 Princess Dr., Shelbyville, MI 49344 The redemption period shall be six months from the date of the sale, unless the premises are determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days. Please be advised that if the mortgaged property is sold at a foreclosure sale by advertisement, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 you will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale, or to the mortgage holder, for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: July 12, 2012 LeVasseur Dyer & Associates, PC Attorneys for Mortgagee P.O. Box 721400 Berkley, 77569342 MI 48072 (248) 586-1200 (07-12)(08-02)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Claude Wierckz and Tina Wierckz, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 29, 2007, and recorded on June 11, 2007 in instrument 1181556, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Ninety and 01/100 Dollars ($143,090.01).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Yankee Springs, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 23, Gackler's Payne Lake Plat, according to the plat recorded in Liber 5 of Plats Page 72 of Barry County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #404805F01 (06-28)(07-19) 77569015

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Richard Marshall aka Richard A. Marshall and Kelly Marshall, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2003, and recorded on October 3, 2003 in instrument 1114814, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Forty Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four and 80/100 Dollars ($140,674.80).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 16, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 79 of Boulder Creek Estates, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats on Page 23.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 19, 2012 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #251147F04 77569434 (07-19)(08-09)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Pifer, a single man and Jacqulyn Tompkins, a single woman, original mortgagor(s), to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Mortgagee, dated June 18, 2007, and recorded on June 20, 2007 in instrument 1181982, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Four and 59/100 Dollars ($131,594.59).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 9, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 30 of Sandy Knolls Plat No. 2 according to the Plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 94 of Barry County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 12, 2012 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #405666F01 77569357 (07-12)(08-02)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Danny R. Daugherty, A Single Person, original mortgagor(s), to National Bank of Hastings, Mortgagee, dated November 1, 2002, and recorded on November 23, 2002 in instrument 1092225, and assigned by said Mortgagee to PHH Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred FortyFive and 09/100 Dollars ($61,345.09).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 9, 2012.

Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 50 feet of Lots 36 and 37 and the North 32 feet of vacated Lincoln Street of Kelly's Addition No. 1, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 94.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 12, 2012 For more information, please call: FC F (248) 593-1313 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #406008F01 (07-12)(08-02) 77569349

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Edward N. Sabo, a married man and Lisa J. Sabo, his wife, original mortgagor(s), to Exchange Financial Corporation, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2001, and recorded on January 17, 2001 in instrument 1053974, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Ninety-Eight Thousand Six Hundred NinetySeven and 57/100 Dollars ($98,697.57).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 2, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 11, 12 and 13 of Eastwood Acres, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 7.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 5, 2012 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #403605F01 (07-05)(07-26) 77560957

STATE OF MICHIGAN 5th CIRCUIT COURT FAMILY DIVISION COUNTY OF BARRY PUBLICATION OF HEARING CASE NO. 12-8432-NA PETITION NO. 12008292 IN THE MATTER OF: KATHLEEN IRENE OLIVIA LOWERY A Neglect Petition has been filed in the above matter regarding: KATHLEEN OLIVIA LOWERY. DOB. 10-1-10. A TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS HEARING is scheduled for FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2012 10:00 A.M. And will be held at Barry County Trial Court Family Division, 206 W. Court St. Ste 302, Hastings, MI 49058.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT LEONARD PAUL LOWERY II personally appear before the Court at the time and place stated above. Failure to attend the hearing will constitute a denial of interest in the minor, a waiver of notice for all subsequent hearings, a waiver of right to appointment of an attorney, which could result in TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS. 77569362 STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the matter of Victor C. and Phyllis L. Phares Trust. Date of birth: October 6, 1930.

TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Phyllis L. Phares, died May 17, 2012.

There is no personal representative of the decedent’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued.

Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Trust will be forever barred unless presented to Zandra Belson, Trustee(s) of the Victor C. and Phyllis L. Phares Trust, u/a March 4, 2004 as amended within 4 months after the date of publication of this.

Date: July 12, 2012 Miller Johnson Catherine C. Metzler P38690 100 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 200 Kalamazoo, MI 49007-3960 (269) 226-2954 Zandra Belson 7286 Barryville Rd. Nashville, MI 49073 77569425 (269) 758-3202

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Cora Lee Greenburg, an unmarried woman, original mortgagor(s), to World Savings Bank, FSB, Mortgagee, dated July 30, 2002, and recorded on August 13, 2007 in instrument 1085507, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Two Hundred Thirty-Six Thousand Ninety-Nine and 99/100 Dollars ($236,099.99).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 2, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 23, Supervisor's Plat of Long Point, as recorded in Liber 2 of Page 50, Barry County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 5, 2012 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #367213F02 (07-05)(07-26) 77569161

Synopsis Hastings Charter Township Regular Meeting July 10, 2012 Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm Pledge and roll call Seven board members present, 5 guests attended Approved June minutes & Various dept. reports Treasurer’s report approved Clerks quarterly financial Supervisor – Board of Review New member Transferring of funds Approved payment of warrants Board member comments Public comment Approved motion to adjourn 8:04 pm Read full minutes on twp. website Respectfully submitted, Anita S. Mennell - Clerk Attested to by 77569439 Jim Brown – Supervisor

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Lucas Beroza, an unmarried man and Katrina Harter, an unmarried woman and Steven Beroza, an unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated August 17, 2007, and recorded on August 20, 2007 in instrument 20070820-0001078, and assigned by said Mortgagee to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Six Thousand Three Hundred Forty-Seven and 06/100 Dollars ($76,347.06).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Barry, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at a point in the Center of the Highway 20 rods West of the Southeast corner of the West 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 28, Town 1 North, Range 9 West; thence North 10 rods thence West 10 rods; thence South 10 rods; thence East 10 rods to the place of beginning, Barry Township, Barry County, Michigan The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #347971F02 77567817 (06-28)(07-19)

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LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Forrest J. Bagley Jr, and Kimberly L. Bagley, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Plus of America Corporation, Mortgagee, dated June 11, 2001, and recorded on June 19, 2001 in instrument 1061708, and assigned by mesne assignments to CitiMortgage, Inc. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Six and 56/100 Dollars ($112,506.56).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Prairieville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast fractional 1/4 of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 10 West, Prairieville Township, Barry County, Michigan, and is more particularly described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 6, Town 1 North, Range 10 West; thence South 2 degrees 11 minutes 53 seconds East along the East line of said Section, 132.50 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing South 2 degrees 11 minutes 53 seconds East along said line, 103.71 feet; thence South 72 degrees 13 minutes 35 seconds West, a distance of 120.78 feet; thence North 2 degrees 11 minutes 53 West parallel with the said East line, a distance of 106.75 feet to the Southerly Right-of-Way of Pine Lake Road, thence along a curve to the right with a radius of 2864.79 feet, subtended by a chord of North 73 degrees 37 minutes 36 seconds East, a distance of 120.00 feet and an arc of 102.01 feet to the place of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC C (248) 593-1301 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #398539F01 (06-28)(07-19) 77569010

AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE - Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Tammy Rose Dull And Steven John Paul Claypool, A single woman and A single man , Mortgagors, to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated the 9th day of June, 2010 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 22nd day of June, 2010 in Liber INSTRUMENT # 201006220006032 of Barry County Records, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of One Hundred Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty Seven And 31/100 ($103237.31), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 9th day of August, 2012 at 1:00 PM o’clock Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 5.5% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Township of Rutland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: LOT 344 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/2 OF LOT 343 OF ALGONQUIN LAKE PROPERTIES UNIT NO. 2 ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 2 ON PAGE 63 AND THE NORTHWESTERLY 1/2 OF LOT 343 BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS COMMENCING AT THE CORNER COMMON TO LOTS 343 AND 344 OF OTTAWA TRAIL; THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ON THE LINE OF LOT 343, A DISTANCE OF 25 FEET; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY PARALLELL TO THE LINE OF LOTS 344 AND 343 TO THE LOT LINE; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG THE LINE OF LOT 343 AND 344, 125.8 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 7/12/2012 JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 800 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 CHASE FARM GNMA DULL 77569379 (07-12)(08-02)

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 13, 2005, by Kari L. Geller (a/k/a Kari L. Fisher), a single woman, as Mortgagor, given by her to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 16, 2005, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1146597, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank on March 16, 2012, recorded on March 20, 2012, in Instrument Number 201203200002836, Barry County Records, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Thirty-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ten and 36/100 Dollars ($39,510.36); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF JOHNSTOWN, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: The South 10 feet of Lot 6 and the North 90 feet of Lot 7 of the Plat of Fernwood, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 4 of Plats on Page 29, being also described as: Commencing on Winana Drive at the corner common to Lots 6 and 7 of the Plat of Fernwood; thence North 14 degrees 9 minutes East on the Lot line a distance of 10 feet; thence North 89 degrees 40 minutes West parallel with the lot line 120 feet; thence South 14 degrees 9 minutes West on the lot line 100 feet; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes East parallel with the lot line 120 feet; thence North 14 degrees 9 minutes East 90 feet on the lot line to the place of beginning.

Commonly known as: 12076 Winans Drive, Dowling, Michigan 49050-8814 Parcel Number: 0809-070-005-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 27, 2012 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, 77569228 MI 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-05)(07-26)

FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made

by MIKE KENYON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, AND LINDA KENYON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. acting solely as a nominee for America`s Wholesale Lender, Mortgagee, dated November 15, 2005, and recorded on November 23, 2005, as Document Number: 1156700, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-17 by an Assignment of Mortgage dated October 07, 2011 and recorded October 24, 2011 by Document Number: 201110240009977, , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Five and 32/100 ($55,985.32) including interest at the rate of 4.55000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on August 9, 2012 Said premises are situated in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 53 of O.A. Phillips Addition to Village of Nashville, County of Barry, State of Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof. Commonly known as: 315 CLEVELAND If the property is eventually sold at foreclosure sale, the redemption period will be 6.00 months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned or used for agricultural purposes. If the property is determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 and/or 600.3241a, the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. If the property is presumed to be used for agricultural purposes prior to the date of the foreclosure sale pursuant to MCL 600.3240, the redemption period is 1 year.

Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the property is sold at a foreclosure sale, the borrower(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages are, if any, limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: July 12, 2012 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-17 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302, (248) 335-9200 Case No. 12MI02107-1 77569389 (07-12)(08-02)

FORECLOSURE NOTICE RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, P.C. MAY BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE A MILITARY SERVICEMEMBER ON ACTIVE DUTY NOW OR IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE. Mortgage Sale - Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made

by Anthony Moore a single man to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for Advantage Lending Corp., Mortgagee, dated October 5, 2009, and recorded on October 7, 2009, as Document Number: 200910130010098, Barry County Records, said mortgage was assigned to Bank of America, N.A. as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Counrtywide Home Loans Servicing, LP by an Assignment of Mortgage dated September 29, 2011 and recorded October 13, 2011 by Document Number: 201110130009601, , on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Seventy-Two Thousand Two Hundred Ten and 40/100 ($72,210.40) including interest at the rate of 5.75000% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the place of holding the Circuit Court in said Barry County, where the premises to be sold or some part of them are situated, at 01:00 PM on August 9, 2012 Said premises are situated in the Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: LOT NUMBER 48 OF THE LAPHAMS AIRPORT LOTS, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 3 OF PLATS ON PAGE 100, AND LOT 49 OF THE LAPHAMS AIRPORT LOTS NUMBER 2, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 5 OF PLATS, ON PAGE 87. Commonly known as: 6009 MARSH RD If the property is eventually sold at foreclosure sale, the redemption period will be 6.00 months from the date of sale unless the property is abandoned or used for agricultural purposes. If the property is determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 and/or 600.3241a, the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of sale, or 15 days after statutory notice, whichever is later. If the property is presumed to be used for agricultural purposes prior to the date of the foreclosure sale pursuant to MCL 600.3240, the redemption period is 1 year.

Pursuant to MCL 600.3278, if the property is sold at a foreclosure sale, the borrower(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages are, if any, limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: July 12, 2012 Randall S. Miller & Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Bank of America, N.A. as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Counrtywide Home Loans Servicing, LP 43252 Woodward Avenue, Suite 180, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302, (248) 335-9200 Case No. 12MI01744-1 (07-12)(08-02) 77569384

IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Josh Spurr and Jessica Spurr, Husband and Wife, to Fifth Third Mortgage - MI, LLC, Mortgagee, dated September 27, 2007 and recorded October 2, 2007 in Instrument Number 20071002-0002661, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Fifth Third Mortgage Company by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Eight Thousand Thirty-Six and 90/100 Dollars ($128,036.90) including interest at 6.75% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/02/2012 Said premises are located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Land located in the Township of Irving, Barry County, State of Michigan, and described as follows: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of section 32, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: commencing at the North 1/4 post of said section 32; thence East on the center of Grange Road 389 feet for the place of beginning; thence East on the center line of said road 125 feet; thence South 734 feet; thence West 125 feet; thence North 734 feet to the place of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: July 5, 2012 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 200.4996 77569196 (07-05)(07-26)

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WILLIAM AZKOUL P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. Default having been made in the conditions of a real estate mortgage made by Jeremy T. Moore, an unmarried man, of 2029 Rowe, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505 and NPB Mortgage, LLC, a Michigan limited liability company, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, dated April 10, 2007 and recorded on April 11, 2001 in Instrument No. 1179091 of the Barry County Register of Deeds, which mortgage has been assigned to Northpointe Bank, a Michigan banking corporation, whose address is 3333 Deposit Drive, NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, by virtue of an Assignment of Mortgage dated June 4, 2012, and recorded on June 11, 2012 with the Barry County Register of Deeds in Instrument No. 2012-001042 and upon which there is now claimed to be due for principal and interest the sum of Twenty One Thousand Two Hundred Seventy One Dollars and Forty Nine Cents ($21,271.49), which continues to accrue interest at the rate of 9.950%, and no suit or proceedings at law having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that by virtue of the power of sale contained in the mortgage, and the statute in such case made and provided, on August 2, 2012 at 1:00 p.m., the undersigned will sell at the East door of the Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Michigan, that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the County of Barry, at public venue to the highest bidder for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon the Mortgage, together with the legal fees and charges of the sale, including attorney’s fees allowed by law, the premises in the mortgage located in Hope Township, Barry County, Michigan and which are described as follows: Lot 168 of Steven’s Wooded Acres No. 3, according to the plat thereof recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, Page 84, Barry County Records. P.P. #08-07-315168-00 which has an address of 8382 Chain-O-Lakes Drive, Hastings, Michigan 49058.

The redemption period shall be six (6) months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a in which case the redemption period shall be thirty (30) days from the date of such sale.

Northpointe Bank 3333 Deposit Drive, NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 DATED: June 22, 2012 Drafted By: William M. Azkoul (P40071) Attorney for Mortgagee 161 Ottawa Avenue, NW Suite 205-C Grand Rapids, MI 49503 77569027 (616) 458-1315 IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY IN BANKRUPTCY OR HAVE RECEIVED A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY AS TO THIS OBLIGATION, THIS COMMUNICATION IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT IN VIOLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC STAY OR THE DISCHARGE INJUNCTION. IN SUCH CASE, PLEASE DISREGARD ANY PART OF THIS COMMUNICATION WHICH IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE FOREGOING. OTHERWISE, FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES US TO ADVISE YOU THAT COMMUNICATION FROM OUR OFFICE COULD BE INTERPRETED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE NOW ON ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY OR HAVE BEEN IN THE PRIOR NINE MONTHS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AS YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO THE BENEFITS OF THE SERVICEMEMBERS' CIVIL RELIEF ACT. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Dale Krueger Jr., a married man and Frances Krueger, his wife, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender's successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 19, 2007 and recorded February 8, 2007 in Instrument Number 1176188, Barry County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage is now held by Bank of America, N.A., as successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. FKA Countrywide Home Loans Servicing L.P by assignment. There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Eight Thousand Four and 17/100 Dollars ($198,004.17) including interest at 4.625% per annum.

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Circuit Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on 08/09/2012 Said premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Real property in the Township of Thornapple, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and is described as follows; Lot 6, Thornapple Bends Estates, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 6 of Plats, Page 35.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period.

If you are a tenant in the property, please contact our office as you may have certain rights.

Dated: July 12, 2012 Orlans Associates, P.C. Attorneys for Servicer P.O. Box 5041 Troy, MI 48007-5041 File No. 285.6471 77569399 (07-12)(08-02)

Synopsis HOPE TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting July 9, 2012 5 Board members present.

5 guests.

Regular meeting opened at 7 p.m.

Approved: Agenda Previous Minutes Standing Reports Bills Resolution 2012-16 Approval of Master Plan Adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

Submitted by: Deborah Jackson, Clerk Attested to by Patricia Albert, Supervisor 77569427

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Trust In the matter of HARRY W. AND OLEDA C. SOLMES FAMILY TRUST, dated May 6, 1998.

TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Oleda C. Solmes, born May 28, 1915, who lived at 690 West Main Street, Middleville, Michigan died June 23, 2012 leaving a certain trust under the name of Harry W. and Oleda C. Solmes Family Trust, and dated May 6, 1998, wherein the decedent was the Settlor and Juanita J. Shaeffer was named as the trustee serving at the time of or as a result of the decedents death.

Creditors of the decedent and of the trust are notified that all claims against the decedent or against the trust will be forever barred unless presented to Juanita J. Shaeffer the named trustee at 3825 Engle Road, Middleville, Michigan within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice.

Date: July 11, 2012 Robert L. Byington 222 West Apple Street, P.O. Box 248 Hastings, Michigan 49058 269-945-9557 Juanita J. Shaeffer 3825 Engle Road Middleville, Michigan 49333 77569423

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF A MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on February 26, 2004, by Ronald J. Pelli and Patricia A. Pelli, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on March 3, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1123097, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank on May 22, 2012, recorded on May 24, 2012, in Instrument Number 2012-000510, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Eight and 31/100 Dollars ($84,668.31); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: A Parcel of Land in the Northeast quarter of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, described as: Commencing at the North quarter corner of said Section 33; Thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 49 seconds East 1321.29 feet along the North line of said Section 33; Thence South 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 673.00 feet along the East line of the West half of the Northeast quarter of said Section 33 to the true point of beginning; Thence South 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 220.00 feet along said East line; Thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 13 seconds West 231.00 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 220.00 feet; Thence South 89 degrees 02 minutes 13 seconds East 231.00 feet to the point of beginning. Together with and subject to a private easement appurtenant thereto for ingress, egress, and public utility purposes for Butterfly Lane, described separately. Description of Butterfly Lane: A strip of land in the Northeast quarter of Section 33, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, 66 feet wide, 33 feet each side of a centerline described as: Commencing at the North quarter corner of said Section 33; Thence South 89 degrees 19 minutes 49 seconds East, 1321.29 feet along the North line of said Section 33; Thence South 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds West 893.00 feet along the East line of the West half of the Northeast quarter of said Section 33; Thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 57 seconds West 231.00 feet to the true point of beginning of said centerline; Thence North 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 440.00 feet; Thence Northerly 110.17 feet along the arc of a curve to the left, the radius of which is 549.95, the central angle of which is 11 degrees 28 minutes 41 seconds and the chord of which bears North 04 degrees 46 minutes 34 seconds West 109.99 feet; Thence continuing Northerly 110.17 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, the radius of which is 549.95 feet, the central angle of which is 11 degrees 28 minutes 41 seconds and chord of which bears North 04 degrees 46 minutes 34 seconds West 109.99 feet; Thence North 00 degrees 57 minutes 47 seconds East 231.00 feet to the North line of said Section and the end of said centerline.

Commonly known as: 2872 Butterfly Lane, Middleville, Michigan 49333 Parcel Number: 08008-033-020-13 Includes a 1994 Commodore, Serial #GS04287AB The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 26, 2012 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 371-8253 (07-05)(07-26)

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LEGAL NOTICES Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Matthew J. Thompson, a marred man Leah M. Thompson, spouse, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 24, 2006, and recorded on June 6, 2006 in instrument 1165663, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Two Thousand One Hundred Seventy-Four and 24/100 Dollars ($182,174.24).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 16, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Charter Township of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 19 of Brookfield Acres, according to the recorded Plat thereof, being part of the North 1/2 Section 29, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, Hastings Township, Barry County, Michigan.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 19, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #405661F01 (07-19)(08-09) 77569374

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Robert A Caldwell and Shawn M Caldwell, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Broadmoor Financial Services, Inc., Mortgagee, dated May 28, 2002, and recorded on June 4, 2002 in instrument 1081605, and assigned by mesne assignments to Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-Six and 24/100 Dollars ($87,696.24).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 9, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Commencing at the center of Section 6, Town 2 North, Range 7 West; thence East 627 feet; thence South 66 feet; thence South 37 degrees West 300 feet; thence South 30 degrees 28 minutes West 381 feet; thence South 22 degrees 12 minutes West 40 feet; thence North 86 degrees 7 minutes West 297.3 feet to the center of Morgan Road; thence follow the center of Morgan Road North 28 degrees 59 minutes East 118 feet; thence North 01 degrees 21 minutes East 536.1 feet to the place of beginning, except the North 412 feet thereof.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 12, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #405283F01 77569236 (07-12)(08-02)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Clifton W. Blauvelt and Patricia A. Blauvelt, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Option One Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, dated November 6, 2006, and recorded on November 13, 2006 in instrument 1172659, and assigned by said Mortgagee to H & R Block Bank, a Federal Savings Bank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and 36/100 Dollars ($100,880.36).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 9, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Orangeville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Town 2 North, Range 10 West, Orangeville Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point 332 feet East of the Southwest corner of said Section; thence East 178 feet; thence North 320 feet; thence West 178 feet; thence South 320 feet to the point of beginning The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 12, 2012 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #405929F01 (07-12)(08-02) 77569242

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael Batt, a single man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Amera Mortgage Corporation its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated January 12, 2011, and recorded on March 15, 2011 in instrument 201103150002680, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Nine Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-One and 31/100 Dollars ($89,331.31).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 2, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 93 of Middleville Downs Addition No. 5, Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats, on Page 43, Barry County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 5, 2012 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #387348F01 77569063 (07-05)(07-26)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Michael W. Schultz and Bonnie L. Schultz, husband and wife, tenants by the entirety, original mortgagor(s), to Chase Bank USA, N.A., Mortgagee, dated November 14, 2006, and recorded on January 16, 2007 in instrument 1175069, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2007-CH4, Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2007-CH4 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Three and 94/100 Dollars ($165,923.94).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Irving, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The North 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 26, Town 4 North, Range 9 West, Irving Township, Barry County, Michigan.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #385338F04 77569034 (06-28)(07-19)

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Paul B. Fifelski and Karen Fifelski, Husband and Wife, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Mortgagee, dated November 20, 2009, and recorded on December 1, 2009 in instrument 200912010011617, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Three Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Two and 92/100 Dollars ($83,452.92).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 16, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 38 of Middleville Down No. 2 to the Village of Middleville, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Liber 5 of Plats on page 13, Barry County Records.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 19, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #403961F01 (07-19)(08-09) 77569429

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Sylvia Smith, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Homeloan USA Corporation, Mortgagee, dated May 14, 2004, and recorded on May 19, 2004 in instrument 1127867, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Bank of America, N.A., successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. fka Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Four Hundred TwentyEight and 32/100 Dollars ($86,428.32).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: That part of Lot 21 of Supervisor Chase's Addition No. 2 to the City of Hastings according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats on Page 2, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 20 of said Plat; thence East 86.5 Feet to the West side of Church Street if extended; thence North 135.5 Feet; thence West 86.5 Feet to a Point North of the Place of Beginning; thence South to the Place of Beginning. Excepting therefrom the South 13 Feet conveyed to the City of Hastings as part of Amy Street.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC X (248) 593-1302 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #407369F01 (06-28)(07-19) 77569022

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Patrick W. Pribe, An unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated September 24, 2004, and recorded on October 18, 2004 in instrument 1135674, and assigned by said Mortgagee to US Bank National Association, as Trustee for Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Inc., Asset-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-WF1 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Barry county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Nine Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two and 54/100 Dollars ($109,332.54).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on July 26, 2012.

Said premises are situated in City of Hastings, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of section 21, Town 3 North, Range 8 West, described as: Beginning at a point on the West line of Section 21 which lies due North 1087.50 feet from the Southwest corner of said Section 21; thence due North 150 feet; thence South 89 degrees 50 minutes East 160 feet; thence due South 150 feet; thence North 89 degrees 50 minutes West 160 feet to the point of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 28, 2012 For more information, please call: FC D (248) 593-1309 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #402872F01 (06-28)(07-19) 77569005

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE SALE FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF MORTGAGOR IS IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. DEFAULT having been made in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made on May 14, 2004, by Alvin P. Hawley and Aimee L. Hawley, husband and wife, as Mortgagor, given by them to MainStreet Savings Bank, FSB, whose address is 629 West State Street, Hastings, Michigan 49058, as Mortgagee, and recorded on May 19, 2004, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Barry County, Michigan, in Instrument Number 1127874, which mortgage was modified on July 27, 2009, recorded on August 7, 2009, in Instrument Number 200908070008132, Barry County Records, which mortgage was assigned to Commercial Bank by an Assignment of Mortgage dated January 18, 2011, recorded January 28, 2011, in Instrument Number 201101280001033, on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due and unpaid, as of the date of this Notice, the sum of Forty-Nine Thousand One Hundred Sixty-Six and 74/100 Dollars ($49,166.74); and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt or any part thereof secured by said Mortgage, and the power of sale in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 1:00 o'clock in the afternoon, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Michigan, that being one of the places for holding the Circuit Court for Barry County, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder or bidders at public auction or venue for purposes of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid on said Mortgage, together with all allowable costs of sale and includable attorney fees, the lands and premises in said Mortgage mentioned and described as follows: LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN, DESCRIBED AS: Lot 4, of Block 8 of the Village of Woodland, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats on page 21 and a 2 rod strip on the East end of said Lot 4, also a part of Lot 3, of Block 8 of the Village of Woodland and part of the Southwest quarter of Section 15, Town 4 North, Range 7 West, described as: Commencing 60 feet East of the Southwest corner of Block 8 of said Plat, thence North 12 rods to the place of beginning, thence East 113 feet 3 inches, thence South 60 feet, thence West 113 feet 3 inches, thence North 60 feet to the place of beginning. Commonly Known As: 134 N. State Street, Woodland, Michigan 48897 Tax Parcel Number: 08-15-110-032-00 The period within which the above premises may be redeemed shall expire six (6) months from the date of sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with M.C.L.A. Sec. 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the time of such sale. Dated: June 27, 2012 FOSTER, SWIFT, COLLINS & SMITH, P.C. COMMERCIAL BANK Benjamin J. Price of Hastings, Michigan, Mortgagee Attorneys for Mortgagee 313 S. Washington Square Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 3718253 (07-05)(07-26) 77569184

Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest.

MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Timothy Joppie, unmarried man, original mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Quicken Loans Inc. its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated August 8, 2008, and recorded on August 11, 2008 in instrument 20080811-0008163, in Barry county records, Michigan, and assigned by said Mortgagee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association as assignee, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Sixty-Eight and 79/100 Dollars ($177,268.79).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Barry County, at 1:00 PM, on August 2, 2012.

Said premises are situated in Township of Baltimore, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: The West 43 Acres of the North fractional 1/2 of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 2, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan Except That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 2, Town 2 North, Range 8 West, Baltimore Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Northwest corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 58 minutes 00 seconds East 163.87 feet along the North line of said Northwest 1/4 to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 58 minutes 00 seconds East 1019.73 feet along said North line to the East line of the West 43 Acres of the North fractional 1/2 of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 00 degrees 38 minutes 33 seconds East 1027.04 feet along said East line; thence South 89 degrees 58 minutes 00 seconds West 886.11 feet parallel with said North line to the Centerline of Davidson Road; thence North 03 degrees 58 minutes 18 seconds West 428.66 feet along said Centerline; thence North 07 degrees 53 minutes 18 seconds West 203.52 feet along said Centerline; thence North 08 degrees 46 minutes 47 seconds West 268.16 feet along said Centerline; thence North 19 degrees 07 minutes 00 seconds West 140.40 feet along said Centerline to the place of beginning.

The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Dated: July 5, 2012 For more information, please call: FC S (248) 593-1304 Trott & Trott, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525 File #403574F01 77569167 (07-05)(07-26)

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POLICE BEAT Mental health experts Embezzlement suspected in soccer club Hastings Police began an investigation June 1 involving the Hastings Select Soccer Club. According to the organization’s management, a local bank had alerted them to a possible forgery situation involving a credit card check in the amount of $500. The bank met with the club’s president and determined the check had been forged. A subsequent investigation revealed that the club’s treasurer, a 40-year-old Hastings woman, is suspected of misappropriating club funds of more than $6,500 and converting them to her own use. The suspect allegedly diverted money normally used to pay for soccer officials to her own account. The suspect was arrested July 17 and formally arraigned shortly after her arrest. She has been charged with embezzlement and uttering and publishing.

Driver suspected of multiple illegalities A Hastings officer was in the area of East State Street and Boltwood Street July 14 when he observed a vehicle with a defective headlight. Officers learned the 28-year-old female driver had a suspended license and noticed an open container of liquor in the rear seat. A subsequent search revealed evidence of other suspected illegal activity. The woman was arrested for operating on a suspended license, and the evidence was taken from the car sent to a forensic lab for further analysis.

Son is drunk, loud and obnoxious Hastings Police were called to a home in the 700 block of East Thorn Street July 10.

The caller reported her son was intoxicated and causing a disturbance in the home.

Officers found the 22-year-old son had already left the residence and was a block away. Central dispatch informed officers the individual had a valid felony warrant for destruction of police property in an adjacent county. The man was taken into custody and transported to the proper county.

Woman wrestles over car registration Hastings Police were dispatched to a residence in the 500 block o East State Road July 12 for a reported domestic situation. Once there, officers learned a 20-year-old woman had been arguing with her 23-year-old male friend. Reportedly, the two had argued over the use of a vehicle, and the man had started to remove the vehicle’s registration plate. The woman admitted to pushing the man when he would not listen to her reasoning. According to the woman, she was pushed back, and then she put the man into a headlock. The two separated at some point, and the man left just prior to police arrival. No injuries were reported. When questioned, the man supported the series of events as portrayed by his girlfriend. The report was sent to the prosecutor’s office for review.

Man charged for activity inside jail An inmate at the Barry County Jail was arraigned July 18 on charges that stem from an investigation. A bond of $150,000 was set on the charge of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder.

probably here for me.” The 34-year-old Canton man said he and his wife were at the inn for a friend’s wedding. He told deputies his wife did not drink often, but when she did drink, she became violent and out of control.

The man said his wife had been drinking that day and bit him hard on the finger, and he pushed her. Deputies spoke with the woman in her hotel room. Deputies reported seeing a woman’s blouse with blood spots in the room and more blood on the bed sheets. A lamp shade also appeared to be bent. She told deputies her husband had been drinking tequila all day, and she had only a couple glasses of wine. After the reception, the couple were on their way back to their room, according to the woman, and the husband became angry. She said he called her names for two hours and then became physical by twisting her arm behind her back and pushing her down four times, then shoved her against the wall. That’s when she bit the man and ran out of the room for help. The man was arrested for domestic violence. Both husband and wife were given breath tests. The man’s blood alcohol level was .225 percent, and the woman’s registered .00 percent.

Man goes to jail for Beer Nuts The manager of the L&J Variety Store in Freeport called 911 and told dispatchers a man had taken two bags of beer nuts, some beef jerky and a can of beer. She said the man had left on foot, southbound on Fighter Road, wearing blue jeans and a blue shirt. Two witness said the man seemed intoxicated and smelled of alcohol. Deputies made contact with the man and asked him if he had taken something from the store, which he denied.

The 37-year-old Hastings man began heading for the treeline at a fast walk, deputies pursued the man after he had laid down in a corn field, was crawling through the corn and when spotted got up and ran into the woods where he was then subdued. The man was also wanted on a warrant for failure to appear in court. A Breathalyzer test registered .17 percent. He was arrested for retail fraud, third degree; resisting and obstructing; probation violation; and the valid warrant. The report was forwarded to the prosecutor’s office for review.

Lake resident trolls for answers Deputies were called to a Culbert Drive residence in Hastings July 11 where a resident told deputies a trolling motor and battery had been stolen from his boat on Leach Lake during the night. He said the battery had been pulled out of its plastic holding box. He suspected nobody at the time and said he would talk to his neighbors to obtain any additional information. The case is inactive pending suspect information.

Cats and stereo are free to go A man reported stereo equipment stolen from his car July 9. He said his car was parked in the garage of his Middleville residence. The man said he leaves his garage door open slightly for his cats to come and go as they please. He told deputies July 4 he was using the car stereo to play music in his yard and one of the area residents may have targeted the car at that point. He discussed his theory of the thieves using an area Dumpster to transport the stolen equipment from one house to the other. The complainant said 50 CDs were taken along with $1,700 in stereo equipment.

Flying deer head ends Divorce not final; man a day at the beach Deputies were called to a Thorpe Road resgets black eye idence in Delton July 2 for a domestic assault.

A man went to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department to report an assault situation July 9. The man, who had a bruise around his left eye, told deputies he was at a Torsten Drive residence in Shelbyville with a woman and had a few drinks. Her estranged husband arrived and was angry, he said. The man told deputies the 46-year-old husband punched him five times before he started punching back and then put him in a headlock. When the husband calmed down, the complainant said he left the residence with the woman, and her husband was still there. When deputies contacted the husband, he said the man and his wife were in bed when he arrived. He told deputies the man needs to stay away from his wife because the divorce papers are not finalized. The case is closed because the complainant did not wish to pursue charges.

Wedding guest has another tequila sunrise Deputies dispatched to a hotel on Marsh Road, Orangeville Township, for a reported domestic assault when they were met by a man at the inn’s door who said, “You are

A woman told deputies her 29-year-old boyfriend had verbally and physically abused her. The man had left, and she said he may be somewhere around the Orangeville grocery store. She told authorities she and her friends had been at the beach in Muskegon the previous day and returned to the residence early in the morning. She said upon returning, she found her boyfriend sleeping and noticed his phone in the trash can. When she retrieved the phone, the man woke up and became irate about the woman holding his phone. She said they started yelling at each other, and when she tried to call the police he broke the phone.

She said the man then threw her car keys outside the house, so she went to the neighbor’s home. The man then left the residence in his car. When deputies located the man, he told them his girlfriend was always accusing him of cheating on her. He told deputies when he tried to take his phone back, the woman jumped on his back and continued to ask him what he was hiding. As the argument escalated, he said the woman took a deer head mount off the wall and threw it out the window, so he threw her car keys into the backyard. The case has been turned over to the prosecutor’s office.

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by David DeDecker Staff Writer Staking out their stance for the upcoming trial of Michael Terpening, attorneys for the alleged child molester brought to the stand a psychiatrist, a psychologist, and a webpage designer for a July 13 motion hearing before Judge Amy McDowell in Barry County Circuit Court.

Dr. Kam Tatineni is a psychiatrist who worked with several of the tenants of Michael Terpening’s youth home. Tatineni has been practicing psychiatry since 1976 and sees patients in Battle Creek, Kalamazoo and Marshall.

The defense was interested in two specific tenants who are alleged victims and witnesses in the case. Tatenini testified the two boys had mental health conditions and he prescribed specific medications to treat those diagnosed conditions.

Dr. Randy Haugen is a psychologist concentrating in the areas of abuse and neglect, and sexual abuse since 1990 . He practices in several counties in south Michigan.

Defense attorney Thomas Schaeffer questioned both mental health experts as to the possibility that medical conditions and medications could alter memory and perception of events. He also questioned if those same conditions could affect the patients’ ability to tell the truth.

Both experts replied that, in general, it is possible. For the diagnosed conditions and with the medications prescribed, it can also on occasion, have such an affect on memory and behavior.

After hearing both experts, Judge Amy McDowell weighed testimony relevancy against patient privacy and ruled that only certain private medical information may be addressed by either party in the upcoming Terpening trial. She also ruled the subject of certain past sexual conduct of one of the witnesses is also to be excluded.

The court then turned its attention to Robert Dewey, the owner and manager of www.michaelterpening.com, a website dedicated to compiling information about Terpening’s cases. Dewey, from Comstock Park, was ordered to appear in court by the Terpening defense after he did not appear in court when subpoenaed at an earlier date. His attorney, Marcel Stoetzel, argued that the earlier subpoena had not been served properly and so his client was not obligated to appear.

Schaeffer questioned Dewey’s information sources and wondered how he was able to post so much information, so quickly after three of Terpening’s court appearances.

Schaefer inferred Dewey had an inside source feeding him sensitive information. Dewey told the court he has filed several Freedom of Information Act requests and Requests for Court Services. He said he requested information, on the Terpening case, from the Michigan State Police and found the fee for the information was too expensive and did not pursue the information.

When pressed to reveal his source for a certain court date related to Terpening’s bond conditions, Dewey provided the name of witness Jennifer McCloud. He declined to reveal any other sources unless his attorney advised him to do so, which Stoetzel did not.

After consideration of the testimony, McDowell ruled Dewey had not violated the gag order she had ordered early this year.

In other case business, the defense and the assistant attorney general agreed to consult on 700 Facebook pages concerning Terpening conversations online and phone records of defendant Terpening.

Terpening is charged with over a dozen

Grantham case gets special prosecutor Victor Fitz, a special prosecutor from Cass County, will be taking over the James Grantham Sr. case for the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office. When defense attorney James Goulooze put Assistant Prosecutor Larry Lewis on his witness list, the prosecutor’s office requested a special prosecutor as required by law.

Grantham, along with his wife and son, was accused of attacking a Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy in their Middleville home Sept. 11, 2011. The deputy was at the Grantham residence to serve a warrant on James Grantham Jr. Grantham’s wife and son agreed to plea bargains from the prosecutor’s office and were sentenced March 23 by Judge Amy McDowell. At that time, even though he was offered a plea deal, Grantham Sr. and Goulooze decided to reject the deal and go to trial instead.

The elder Grantham’s pretrial date with the special prosecutor is set for July 25, with a tentative trial date of Sept. 10.

criminal sexual conduct acts with boys under his authority at the Bellevue youth home Earth Services. He is also charged with insurance fraud.

Terpening is tentatively scheduled to be back in court on Aug. 28 for more legal motions. His expected two- or three-week trial is scheduled for Oct. 22.

COURT NEWS Jeffery Scott Marston, 50, of Shelbyville was sentenced July 12 for operating under the influence of liquor, third offense. Marston was ordered to serve 12 months in jail with credit for six days served. He must pay $1,198 in court assessments and serve 36 months on probation. Marston also was ordered to attend Alcoholics Anonymous three times a week. Charges of operating with license suspended, revoked or denied, second or subsequent offense; having an open con-

tainer of alcohol in vehicle; and habitual offender, fourth offense, were dropped.

Jerry Clinton Harston, 40, of Hastings was sentenced July 11 for domestic violence and for assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer. Harston was ordered to serve 18 to 36 months in prison. He must pay $348 in court assessments. Charges of aggravated stalking and habitual offender, fourth offense, were dropped.

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TK’s VanPutten named All-State in baseball The performance by Dylan VanPutten in his senior season for the Thornapple Kellogg varsity baseball team this spring has earned him All-State honors.

VanPutten was recently named first team All-State in Division 2 by the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association.

He batted .462 this season, playing in all 38 games for the Trojans. He had seven home runs, seven triples and six doubles among his

49 hits. Those 49 hits helped him drive in 49 runs throughout the course of the year.

VanPutten also scored 39 runs. His total of 26 walks was twice as many as the next highest Trojan batter’s total.

VanPutten spent most of his senior season at first base, while also doing some pitching and playing a few innings at shortstop.

He will continue his baseball career at Central Michigan University.

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by Gerald Stein In last week’s column, we explored why beginning bridge players have a difficult time winning at the bridge table. This week, once again revisiting S. J. Simon’s main premise, Why You Lose at Bridge, we will take a look at what happens to players who have played many years of bridge. What are some hints and tips that might help experienced players win more often?

Many of today’s bridge players began playing bridge in the 1960s and 1970s. Bridge as a social event was popular in many cities and towns, including Barry County and Hastings in particular. There were bridge tournaments that extended for eight or nine months, and by far, these were primarily social events with hands of bridge as a means of putting couples together for an evening of social entertainment.

Bridge in the 1960s and 1970s was largely influenced by one big name: Charles Goren. With his TV show in the late 1950s, numerous books, magazine articles, and syndicated newspaper bridge columns, Charles Goren did much to influence the popularity of the game. Many players learned to play the Goren-style of bridge, including four-card majors as openers, the short club, strong two-bids, a strong no-trump opening bid, and the Blackwood convention for seeking out or avoiding a slam hand.

While these methods proved reliable for many years, new thinking and changes gradually began to change the shape of bridge and bridge bidding in particular. In the 1980s and 1990s, and into the 21st century, better communication through a change in bidding has come about.

While nothing truly startling, the bidding in the post-Goren era lets many experienced players and certainly newer players enter into a more accurate and more defined way of communication. Learning new conventions, learning new ways of counting points with length instead of distribution, and finding more competition from players who have taken bridge classes to learn some “new tricks” have made bridge a better game. These bridge students were not disappointed in the time they put into evening or daytime bridge classes. It made them better players.

It seem appropriate then to suggest that taking a refresher class or two in modern bridge bidding would certainly open new doors and make you a better bridge player. That is one positive way to eliminate the losing trends that you may have had. Even learning a new convention or two might be fun and helpful. Do you know and use the Stayman convention? It is one of the most popular bridge conventions available for the bridge player at any level. An hour or two of learning, practicing, and then using this oft-used convention will be a bonus to your bridge playing. Your bidding will become more accurate, and you will end up bidding and playing at the game level more often instead of settling for part-scores. No longer will you go home missing out on the top prizes of the evening. After all, a dollar is a dollar, right?

As the American Contract Bridge League celebrates its 75th year of providing bridge ideas, bridge lessons, and bridge entertainment to players everywhere, consider buying, using, or taking classes with their texts as a guide. The original set was call the Club, Diamond, Heart, Spade and No Trump Series, and was authored by Canadian bridge educator Audrey Grant specifically for the American Contract Bridge League’s use with players who wanted to learn the newer ideas of bridge. Now, the series has been improved and expanded by ABCL writers and instructors to form the basis for five bridge classes: the first is call “Bidding in the 21st Century.” The second text is “Play of the Hand in the 21st Century,” while the third one is “Defense in the 21st Century.” The fourth and fifth volumes are called “Commonly Used Conventions in the 21st Century,” and “More Commonly Used Conventions in the 21st Century.” Each of the texts consists of eight or nine chapters on new ieas in bridge with plenty of examples and exercises for individual study or group study in a bridge class. With plenty of bridge material, it is a helpful way to improve your bridge game.

A side benefit of learning a new convention or a new method is sharing that new bit of knowledge with others. Bridge players are sharers; they like to discuss new and improved ways of playing bridge and being successful at it. Who doesn’t want to win at bridge? After learning a new way of doing things in the bridge world, you will want to share your new-found knowledge with your partner, your friends with whom you play bridge, or your bridge group. All of a sudden, you have become a bridge instructor, and you are sharing the fascinating ideas of bridge. Share your knowledge, and watch your own bridge game improve.

How can you as a bridge player of many years improve your game? Work on your game by taking courses for fun. Read bridge books from the public library. Go to sites like Amazon and Baron Barclay and see how many hundreds of bridge titles pop up for your reading pleasure.

Just knowing that you are learning new ways will be a positive reinforcement for your game.

You will grow in confidence. You will know that you are no longer the 97-pound weakling in the bridge world. You will stand up, and you will roar. Now go out there and win! ***** The following bridge classes will begin in October in our area: In Hastings, at the KCC Fehsenfeld Center, “Bidding in the 21st Century” starts on October 3 in the morning. In Battle Creek, “Defense in the 21st Century” starts on October 1 in the morning. Another beginning class will be offered in Attle Creek in the evening of October 3. Watch for future announcements. Visit the American Contract Bridge League site: www.acbl.org <http://www.acbl.org> for free bridge software. ***** (Gerald Stein, an Accredited Bridge Teacher for the American Contract Bridge League, teaches bridge classes at local schools and bridge clubs. You can visit his bridge blog at: http://betterbridgeinbarrycountymichigan.blogspot.com)

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Winless Lakewood 10U baseball team ends season in championship play

by Bonnie Mattson Staff Writer The Lakewood age 10 and under baseball team had an 0-16 record for the season, but in true underdog fashion, players fought hard and worked as a team to earn the 2012 State of Michigan Pony League runner-up trophy in the Mason Pony League, according to head coach Jason Makley.

The Lakewood 10U team beat two Eaton Rapids teams and Fowlerville to advance to the championship game where they finished as runners-up.

In the semi-final game against Eaton Rapids, Carsen DeLeeuw hit a home run to tie it up in the sixth inning.

The game went an extra four innings until Lakewood finally won with a bases-loaded infield hit by Austin Makley that resulted in an error by Eaton Rapids, allowing the winning run to score.

After a 20-minute break, the team played in the championship game against Mason which the Lakewood team lost.

Home run hitters for the season were John Hewitt, Hunter Kemp and Carsen DeLeeuw.

Mud flies at the fair Though the grass is brittle and the ground is dry, mud was flying Monday night in front of the grandstands at the Barry County Fair.

The Off-Road challenge featured timed runs

through the pit, an obstacle course and sideby-side drag races for fun, along with the best freestyle.

The Lakewood 10U baseball team runners up in the 2012 State of Michigan Pony League include (front row, from left) coach Kurt Kemp, Hunter Kemp, Mason Neustifter, Ethan Erickson, Levi Poortenga, Clayton Cooper, Hunter Lawson (back) coach Duffy McClelland, Sam McClelland, John Hewitt, Austin Makley, Carsen DeLeeuw, Martin Hollern, Bryant Makley, head coach Jason Makley. Not Pictured is coach Scott Neustifter.

A Ford Bronco sends mud flying in all directions during the Mud Run in front of the grandstand Monday at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Perry Hardin)

Players rush home plate after the winning run scores as Lakewood 10U baseball beats Eaton Rapids to advance to the finals.

MHSAA provides online hot weather and hydration resources The extreme temperatures this summer, in advance of the start of another season of high school sports, give cause for concern about physical activity in such conditions. The Michigan High School Athletic Association continues its role in providing member schools information to help them minimize the possibility of heat-related catastrophic injuries to student-athletes.

The topic of heat-related injuries receives a lot of attention this time of year, especially when deaths at the professional, collegiate and interscholastic levels of sport occur, and especially since they are preventable in most cases with the proper precautions. In football, data from the National Federation of State High School Associations shows that 35 high school players died from heat stroke between 1995 and 2010.

A modified Jeep finds a wet spot on the track during the Mud Run Monday evening at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Perry Hardin)

A couple of "monster" trucks drag race in front of the grandstand during the Mud Run Monday evening at the Barry County Fair. (Photo by Perry Hardin)

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MHSAA recommends that fall practices begin with acclimation, rather than conditioning, and stresses vigilant hydration during on and off the field or court.

Each year, the MHSAA helps its member schools prepare for hot-weather practice and game conditions in the late summer and early fall. Football practice can begin at MHSAA member schools Aug. 6, followed by all other fall sports Aug. 8.

Even before the days of the Internet, MHSAA was providing resources each spring in preparation for hot pre-season practices.

That same information is now available online for all interested parties to utilize, including a link to a free online course, “A Guide to Heat Acclimatization and Heat Illness Prevention,” produced by the National Federation of State High School Associations.

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Roberts added that the first days of formal steps to take when it is observed. Visit www.mhsaa.com/Schools/HealthSafetyReso practices in hot weather should be more for heat acclimatization than the conditioning of urces.aspx.

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Three days left to take in the 160th Barry County Fair

Conner Shea of Middleville tries log rolling for the first time and finds it’s a lot harder than it looks. He’s about to go for a dunk in the cool water as the log begins to roll away from him. The Great Lakes Timber Show has daily programs at the Barry County Fair through Saturday. A log rolling demonstration and attempts from volunteer audience members are just part of the show.

Area residents and guests, too, have three more days to visit the 160th Barry County Fair, which runs through Saturday, July 21.

The fair board is doing its best to keep visitors cool. Misting hoses are set up and running throughout the fairgrounds. Fans are running at top speed throughout the barns and exhibit areas. Some organizations are giving away bottled water or water by the cup and a cooling tent is set up to give visitors a break from the heat. Courtesy golf carts help fair-goers get from one end of the grounds to the other.

Parking is free every day. Admission for children ages 12 and younger also is free every day. Adult daily admission is $5 per day or $15 for a weekly pass.

There’s something for everyone at the fair — from livestock shows to grandstand auto shows and races, musical entertainment, midway rides and games and lots of food.

Nightly grandstand activities include autocross tonight, motocross Friday, and demolition derby Saturday.

The birthing tent has been busy, too. From Tuesday evening to Wednesday morning, two litters of pigs, two lambs and one calf were born in the Miracle of Birth Tent. Chicks hatch daily, and several ducklings waddle about. More lambs and calves are expected to make their entrance to the world at the Barry County Fair.

Kids camping at the fair take a break from showing and caring for their animals Tuesday and try to beat the near-100-degree heat. Buckets of cold water seem to do the trick. 4-Hers had to take special caution Tuesday during the heat for themselves and their livestock. Animals were watered regularly, sprayed with water, and kept cool by fans.

Trophies and awards are ready for presentation at the start of the goat show Monday.

The community tent is a source of free entertainment. Karaoke starts at 7 p.m.

tonight. Friday night will bring the Country Music Jamboree at 7 p.m., featuring some local favorites, including Bushwacker and Friends, Bert Jones and Co., Dan and Dee

Country Roots, and the Williams Family Bluegrass band. Saturday evening brings the Taste of Barry County, followed by the 4-H dance to close out the week.

Youngsters have been busy with 4-H projects, livestock shows and contests.

The dairy and dairy feeder shows are today, along with the small animal auction. The large animal livestock sale is Friday, and the show of champions is Saturday morning. The Great 4-H Race returns for the second year Saturday afternoon.

4-H horse show competitions take place daily throughout the week.

New this year is the Great Lakes Timber Show with three daily programs located across from the Farm Bureau Tent.

Returning favorites will be the bingo tent, Barnyard Express, Miracle of Birth tent, Taste of Barry County and the antique tractor club displays, demonstrations and competitions.

Emily Shepard works quickly to finish her original recipe in the 4-H cooking competition Monday.

The first of two baby lambs stands for the first time after arriving Tuesday evening at the Barry County Fair in the Miracle of Birth Tent. Within minutes, its twin arrived.

Within hours, two litters of pigs were born, along with a calf.

Clayton Sines is king of the tractors — a favorite place for kids at the Barry County Fair.

Elaine Brauer washes a show bird at the Barry County Fair. 4-H members must keep their show animals clean, not just for judging, but throughout the fair.

Some days, the animals are bathed or misted to help keep them cool.

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